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What is the origin of the word 'computer'?

The word 'computer' is derived from a Latin word 'computare' which means 'to calculate', 'to count', 'to sum up' or 'to think together'.

Define a computer based on its functionality.

A computer is a machine or device that performs processes, calculations and operations based on instructions provided by a software or hardware program. It accepts data, processes it, and produces outputs.

What is the difference between data and information?

Data is a collection of unorganized facts & figures, while information is structured data.

What does a computer do with the data it accepts?

<p>A computer processes the data, produces results, displays them to the users, and stores the results for future usage.</p> Signup and view all the answers