Computer Essentials Basics Quiz
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What is the main function of a computer?

  • Working for a long period of time without getting tired
  • Performing complex calculations
  • Processing user input and providing meaningful results (correct)
  • Storing large amounts of data
  • What additional feature was introduced in mini frame computers?

  • Multiprocessing, working with more than one application at a single instance of time (correct)
  • Support for multi users
  • Large storage capacity
  • High speed processing
  • Which type of computer was used for measurement purposes?

  • Hybrid Computers
  • Digital Computers
  • Analog Computers (correct)
  • Main frame computers
  • What is a disadvantage of main frame computers?

    <p>They produce a lot of heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining feature of hybrid computers?

    <p>&quot;Combination of Analog and Digital computers&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Input devices can both send and receive information from the computer

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    RAM is an example of secondary memory

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A printer is considered an input device

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of an output device is a web camera

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A CD-RW drive is an input/output device

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computer Basics

    • The main function of a computer is to process information.

    Types of Computers

    • Mini frame computers introduced the feature of portability.
    • Computers used for measurement purposes are called data acquisition computers.

    Main Frame Computers

    • A disadvantage of main frame computers is their large size and high maintenance cost.

    Hybrid Computers

    • The defining feature of hybrid computers is their ability to combine the benefits of analog and digital computers.

    Input/Output Devices

    • Input devices send information to the computer, but do not receive information.
    • RAM (Random Access Memory) is an example of primary memory, not secondary memory.
    • A printer is an output device, not an input device.
    • A web camera is an input device, not an output device.
    • A CD-RW drive is an input/output device, as it can both read and write data.

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    Test your knowledge on computer essentials with this quiz. Learn about the definition of computers, their features, types, classes, generations, languages, and software & hardware.

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