Computer Systems and Programming Quiz
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What is the primary function of a computer according to the given text?

  • Enabling a wide range of tasks
  • Performing generic sets of operations known as programs (correct)
  • Linking billions of computers and users
  • Automating long, tedious tasks
  • What does the term 'computer system' refer to?

  • A group of computers linked and functioning together
  • Simple special-purpose devices like microwave ovens and remote controls
  • Industrial and consumer products using computers as control systems
  • A nominally complete computer with hardware, operating system, software, and peripheral equipment (correct)
  • What are examples of industrial and consumer products using computers as control systems?

  • Personal computers and mobile devices such as smartphones
  • Special-purpose devices like microwave ovens and remote controls
  • Simple manual instruments like the abacus
  • Industrial robots and computer-aided design (correct)
  • What is the historical purpose of early computers according to the given text?

    <p>Being used only for calculations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did simple manual instruments aid people in doing calculations since ancient times?

    <p>By guiding patterns for looms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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