10 Questions
What is a computer system?
A nominally complete computer that includes the hardware, operating system, and peripheral equipment needed and used for full operation.
What are some examples of industrial and consumer products that use computers as control systems?
Examples include microwave ovens, remote controls, industrial robots, computer-aided design, personal computers, and smartphones.
How have computers impacted the Industrial Revolution?
Early in the Industrial Revolution, some mechanical devices were built to automate long, tedious tasks, such as guiding patterns for looms. More sophisticated electrical machines did specialized analog calculations in the early 20th century.
What tasks can modern digital electronic computers perform?
Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic sets of operations known as programs, enabling them to perform a wide range of tasks.
What is the significance of the Internet in relation to computers?
Computers power the Internet, which links billions of other computers and users.
When was CGI Inc. founded and where was its headquarters located?
CGI Inc. was founded on June 15, 1976, in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, and its headquarters is currently located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
What does CGI stand for in French and what is its official English meaning?
In French, CGI stands for 'Conseillers en gestion et informatique', which translates to 'consultants in management and information technology'. Its official English meaning is 'Consultants to Government and Industry.'
When did CGI Inc. go public and on which stock exchanges is it listed?
CGI Inc. went public in 1986 and is primarily listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange with a secondary listing on the New York Stock Exchange.
What are the main services provided by CGI Inc.?
CGI Inc. mainly provides application services, business consulting, business process management, IT infrastructure services, IT outsourcing services, and systems integration services.
How many countries is CGI Inc. based in and how many employees does it have?
As of 2023, CGI Inc. is based in 40+ countries with around 400 offices worldwide and has 91,000+ employees.
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