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What is a primary characteristic of a computer as described?
What is a primary characteristic of a computer as described?
- It is a physical device with no programming capabilities.
- It executes a variety of computer programs. (correct)
- It relies solely on user input to function.
- It is designed for a specific task only.
Which phase is necessary when designing a program for a task?
Which phase is necessary when designing a program for a task?
- Establishing a budget for the project.
- Testing the hardware performance.
- Designing the steps to achieve the task. (correct)
- Conducting user surveys.
What is the difference between a programmer and a computer scientist?
What is the difference between a programmer and a computer scientist?
- A programmer focuses on theoretical aspects, while a computer scientist handles practical applications.
- A programmer develops new programming languages, whereas a computer scientist does not.
- A programmer works mainly on hardware, while a computer scientist focuses on software.
- A programmer writes programs, while a computer scientist deals with information processing theories. (correct)
What does the term 'general-purpose machine' imply about computers?
What does the term 'general-purpose machine' imply about computers?
What can affect the performance of a computer regarding task complexity?
What can affect the performance of a computer regarding task complexity?
What is an important consideration for someone wanting to become a good programmer?
What is an important consideration for someone wanting to become a good programmer?
What defines the intelligence of a computer according to the content?
What defines the intelligence of a computer according to the content?
Why are programmers considered to be in high demand?
Why are programmers considered to be in high demand?
Flashcards
What is a computer?
What is a computer?
A general-purpose machine capable of executing programs to perform various tasks.
What is a program?
What is a program?
The instructions that tell a computer what to do, like a recipe for a specific task.
What is computer programming?
What is computer programming?
The process of creating programs to make a computer perform specific tasks.
Who is a programmer?
Who is a programmer?
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What is computer science?
What is computer science?
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Can computers think?
Can computers think?
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Are computers limited?
Are computers limited?
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What is the relationship between a computer and a program?
What is the relationship between a computer and a program?
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Study Notes
Computer Functionality
- Computers are general-purpose machines executing programs.
- Programs dictate computer behavior (e.g., word processing, online shopping).
- Computers process data based on program instructions achieving specific goals.
- A computer is also called a universal machine.
Program Design and Development
- Creating programs involves designing steps to achieve a task (e.g., product listing in an online store).
- Steps are translated into computer instructions.
- Computer programming is challenging but rewarding and fun.
- Programmers are in high demand.
Programmer vs. Computer Scientist
- Programmers focus on practical applications, crafting programs for tasks.
- Computer scientists study information processing theories.
- Computer scientists design hardware and software, aiming for efficiency.
- Computer science knowledge is beneficial for programmers needing to understand the machine they control.
Limitations of Computers
- Computers can't perform every task humans can due to complexity or resource requirements.
- Computer capabilities are limited by available programs.
- The intelligence of a computer is determined by the written program.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of computer functionality, program design, and the distinctions between programmers and computer scientists. It covers how programs influence computer behavior and the challenges and rewards of programming. Test your knowledge on these essential computer science topics.
