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Which of the following components is NOT typically represented in a basic computer system diagram?
Which of the following components is NOT typically represented in a basic computer system diagram?
- Output
- Networking (correct)
- Input
- Processing
Which of the following actions primarily involves hardware rather than software?
Which of the following actions primarily involves hardware rather than software?
- Editing a document in a word processor
- Physically connecting a printer to a computer (correct)
- Running a virus scan
- Installing a new application
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of a joystick as an input device?
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of a joystick as an input device?
- Scanning a document into a computer.
- Presenting information on a screen.
- Navigating a virtual environment in a video game. (correct)
- Typing a report on a computer.
A designer needs to create a physical model from a digital design. Which output device would be most suitable for this task?
A designer needs to create a physical model from a digital design. Which output device would be most suitable for this task?
Which of the following devices can be classified as both an input and output device?
Which of the following devices can be classified as both an input and output device?
A program is designed to send instructions to a printer. What type of computer system component is the printer in this scenario?
A program is designed to send instructions to a printer. What type of computer system component is the printer in this scenario?
Which activity relies most on software?
Which activity relies most on software?
In a computer system used for graphic design, which combination of input and output devices would be most essential?
In a computer system used for graphic design, which combination of input and output devices would be most essential?
If a computer has limited storage capacity, what is one strategy to manage this limitation when saving large files?
If a computer has limited storage capacity, what is one strategy to manage this limitation when saving large files?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between hardware and software?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between hardware and software?
Flashcards
What is a computer?
What is a computer?
An electronic device that processes data according to a set of instructions.
What is Hardware?
What is Hardware?
The physical components of a computer system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and motherboard.
What is Software?
What is Software?
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
What are Input Devices?
What are Input Devices?
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What are Output Devices?
What are Output Devices?
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Study Notes
Computer Systems
- A computer can be defined
- The computer system diagram consists of input, output, storage and process
- Hardware can be defined
- Software can be defined
Input Devices
- The most suitable input device for a given situation can be identified
- Common input devices include:
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Joystick
- Trackpad
- Webcam
- Digital Camera
- Scanner
- Touch Screen
Output Devices
- The most suitable output device for a given situation can be identified
- Common output devices include:
- Speakers
- Monitor
- Inkjet Printer
- Laser Printer
- 3D Printer
Input/Output Devices
- Two devices that can be considered both input and output devices can be identified
Storage Devices
- The most suitable storage medium for a given situation can be identified
- Understanding of storage capacity can be recognised
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