Computer Fundamentals: What is a Computer?

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What is a computer?

A general-purpose device that can be programmed to carry out arithmetic or logical operations automatically.

Define data processing.

The activity of processing data using a computer.

Name one characteristic of a computer.

Automatic

What is the measure of speed for a computer?

<p>Microseconds, nanoseconds, and picoseconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'Garbage-In-Garbage-Out' (GIGO) in relation to computer errors?

<p>Computer errors caused due to incorrect input data or unreliable programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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