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What is a computer system?
What is a computer system?
- A complete computer with hardware, operating system, and peripheral equipment (correct)
- Any machine that can carry out arithmetic operations
- A machine built to automate long, tedious tasks
- A group of computers linked and functioning together
What do modern digital electronic computers perform?
What do modern digital electronic computers perform?
- Specific sets of operations known as algorithms
- Logical operations only
- Basic arithmetic operations only
- Generic sets of operations known as programs (correct)
What is an example of a simple special-purpose device that uses a computer as a control system?
What is an example of a simple special-purpose device that uses a computer as a control system?
- Washing machine
- Television
- Toaster
- Microwave oven (correct)
What do computers power that links billions of other computers and users?
What do computers power that links billions of other computers and users?
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What were early computers initially meant to be used for?
What were early computers initially meant to be used for?
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Study Notes
What is a Computer System?
- A computer system is a set of interconnected devices that process, store, and communicate information.
Functions of Modern Digital Electronic Computers
- Perform arithmetic and logical operations
- Store and retrieve data
- Communicate with users and other devices
- Control external devices
Example of a Simple Special-Purpose Device
- A traffic light, which uses a computer as a control system to manage and optimize traffic flow.
The Internet
- A global network of interconnected computers and users, linking billions of devices worldwide.
Early Computers
- Initially designed to perform complex mathematical calculations for scientific and military applications.
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