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What is the main purpose of an output device in computing?

To store data on the computer

To display or present the processed results (correct)

To process data

To input data into the computer

Which of the following best describes 'data' in computing?

Raw facts and figures without any context (correct)

Processed information with context

A sequence of binary values

Information interpreted for a specific purpose

When does data become information in computing?

When it is processed and given meaning in a context (correct)

Once it is displayed on a monitor

When it is represented in binary form

After it is saved to a file

What is the function of a transistor in a digital circuit?

To represent binary values as electronic switches Signup and view all the answers

Which device allows for the storage of data for future use in computing?

File Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the 'Off State' of a transistor in computing?

It is in a non-conductive state and does not allow current to pass through Signup and view all the answers

Which action converts raw facts into meaningful information in computing?

Data processing within a context Signup and view all the answers

In computing, what role does an output device play after data has been processed?

Displaying or presenting the results Signup and view all the answers

What is the further unit of measurement after Petabyte (PB)?

Exabyte (EB) Signup and view all the answers

Which numbering system do computers operate in at their most fundamental level?

Binary system Signup and view all the answers

What does 'A' represent in the hexadecimal (base-16) system?

10 Signup and view all the answers

How many bytes would a '500GB' hard drive typically provide?

500 billion bytes Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the concise representation of binary data in computing?

Hexadecimal system Signup and view all the answers

In binary, how many value options can a bit have?

$2^1$ Signup and view all the answers

What is the equivalent of 'F' in the decimal system?

15 Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Gigabyte (GB) and Gibibyte (GiB)?

$1000^3$ vs. $1024^3$ bytes Signup and view all the answers

What is ASCII?

A 7-bit character encoding standard for representing 128 different characters. Signup and view all the answers

What is the core operation of a computer known as?

Processing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of supercomputers?

Handle large amounts of data and support multiple users. Signup and view all the answers

Which device is commonly used for inputting data and instructions to a computer?

Scanner Signup and view all the answers

How many characters can ASCII represent?

128 different characters Signup and view all the answers

Where does a computer save data during or after processing?

RAM Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between ASCII and Unicode?

Unicode can represent a wider range of characters than ASCII. Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer performs arithmetic or logic operations on the data?

CPU Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mainframe computers?

Handle large amounts of data and support multiple users simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

What type of storage provides long-term storage for data, applications, and the operating system?

Secondary storage Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer provides fast access to data and instructions for the CPU?

RAM Signup and view all the answers

Which encoding uses either one or two 16-bit code units per character?

UTF-16 Signup and view all the answers

What is the action called when data and instructions are given to the computer?

Input Signup and view all the answers

What type of characters can Unicode represent that ASCII cannot?

Special characters, emojis, and international symbols Signup and view all the answers

What kind of computations are supercomputers used for?

Complex, high-end computations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of servers in a network?

Serve data to other computers Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer is primarily designed for tasks needing better graphics or computational power?

Workstations Signup and view all the answers

Which computer type is a portable version of desktops?

Laptop Computers Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of tasks that workstations are commonly used for?

Video editing, CAD design, 3D design tasks Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer is touchscreen-based, like Apple's iPad or Samsung's Galaxy Tab?

Tablets Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of microcomputers in relation to other computers?

General-purpose computers for individual users Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer is smaller and primarily meant for internet use?

Netbooks Signup and view all the answers

What kind of organizations benefit from using servers in their operations?

Banks and airlines for transaction processing Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Basics

A computer is an electronic device that receives, stores, processes, and outputs data based on a set of instructions (programs).

Information Processing Cycle

Input: Data and instructions are given to the computer through devices like keyboards, mice, scanners, cameras, and microphones.
Processing: The central processing unit (CPU) performs operations on the data based on the instructions.
Storage: The computer saves data in its memory, with primary storage (RAM) for temporary storage and secondary storage (hard drives, SSDs, etc.) for long-term storage.
Output: The computer displays or outputs the results in the form of visual display, printed on paper, played through speakers, saved to a file, or transmitted to another computer or device.

Data vs Information

Data: Raw facts and figures without context, can be any character, text, word, number, or bit/byte.
Information: Data that has been processed to be meaningful, with context and purpose.

Transistor

A transistor in a digital circuit can be in one of two states, representing binary values of 0 and 1.
Off State: When a transistor is "off" or non-conductive, it represents the binary value 0.

Number Systems

Binary System: Used by computers, represented by 0s and 1s.
Decimal System: Used by humans, represented by 0-9 digits.
Hexadecimal System: Used in computing, represented by 0-9 digits and A-F (or a-f) letters.

Encoding Tables

ASCII: A 7-bit character encoding standard that can represent 128 different characters.
Unicode: A broader encoding standard that can represent characters from virtually all written languages.

Computer Types

Supercomputers: Used for complex, high-end computations like weather forecasting and molecular research.
Mainframe Computers: Handle large amounts of data, support multiple users, and run commercial applications like transaction processing for banks.
Servers: Serve data to other computers (clients) on a network.
Microcomputers (Personal Computers):
- Desktop Computers: General-purpose computers for individual users.
- Laptop Computers: Portable version of desktops.
- Netbooks: Smaller laptops primarily for internet use.
- Tablets: Touchscreen-based, like Apple's iPad or Samsung's Galaxy Tab.
Workstations: More powerful than personal computers, used for tasks needing better graphics or computational power like video editing and CAD design.

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