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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?

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?

Washing machine
Television
Toaster
Microwave oven (correct)

What do computers power that links billions of other computers and users?

<p>The Internet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were early computers initially meant to be used for?

<p>Calculations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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