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What is the origin of the word 'computer'?
What is the origin of the word 'computer'?
- It comes from the Latin word 'computare' meaning to sum up
- It comes from the word 'TO COMPUTE' meaning to calculate (correct)
- It originates from the Arabic word 'kāf-mīm-yā' meaning to compute
- It is derived from the Greek word 'kompiouto' meaning to process
How is a computer defined?
How is a computer defined?
- A device which operates upon the data (correct)
- A device for processing information exclusively
- A device for storing data only
- A device solely for arithmetic operations
What is the fundamental task performed by a computer?
What is the fundamental task performed by a computer?
- Stores and retrieves data
- Processes information and produces data
- Takes input, processes it, and gives output as per user's requirement (correct)
- Performs complex mathematical calculations only
What term has been used by many to refer to a computer due to its fundamental function?
What term has been used by many to refer to a computer due to its fundamental function?
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What is the relationship between data, process, and information in a computer?
What is the relationship between data, process, and information in a computer?
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