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What is the main implication of the term 'DIGITAL' in the context of digital computers?
What is the main implication of the term 'DIGITAL' in the context of digital computers?
- Digital computers utilize the binary number system. (correct)
- Digital computers rely on the octal number system.
- Digital computers use the hexadecimal number system.
- Digital computers use the decimal number system.
Which component of a digital computer is responsible for accepting data from the users and converting it into machine language?
Which component of a digital computer is responsible for accepting data from the users and converting it into machine language?
- Output Devices
- CPU (Central Processing Unit)
- Input Devices (correct)
- Monitor
What is the primary function of output devices in a computer system?
What is the primary function of output devices in a computer system?
- Accept the data from the users and convert it into machine language.
- Display the result on the output device. (correct)
- Supply data to the CPU for further processing.
- Convert the result into human readable form.
Which component of a digital computer is responsible for storing data and instructions before the actual processing starts?
Which component of a digital computer is responsible for storing data and instructions before the actual processing starts?
What is the fundamental unit of the binary number system used by digital computers?
What is the fundamental unit of the binary number system used by digital computers?
Study Notes
Digital Computers
- The term 'DIGITAL' in the context of digital computers implies the use of discrete values or digits to represent data, which is in contrast to analog computers that use continuous signals.
Input Devices
- The component of a digital computer responsible for accepting data from users and converting it into machine language is the input device.
Output Devices
- The primary function of output devices in a computer system is to display or provide the results of the processing tasks to the user.
Memory
- The component of a digital computer responsible for storing data and instructions before the actual processing starts is the memory.
Number Systems
- The fundamental unit of the binary number system used by digital computers is the bit, which can have a value of either 0 or 1.
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Test your knowledge of digital computers and their basic organization with this quiz. Learn about the binary number system, computational tasks, and the block diagram of digital computers.
