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Which of the following best defines a computer?
Which of the following best defines a computer?
- A device that processes data into information
- An electronic device that operates under the control of stored instructions (correct)
- A publicly accessible website that stores data
- A device that duplicates and posts information
What does a computer do with data?
What does a computer do with data?
- Converts it into information (correct)
- Posts it on a website
- Duplicates it
- Scans and copies it
What does the term 'input' refer to in the context of a computer?
What does the term 'input' refer to in the context of a computer?
- The data processed by a computer (correct)
- The output produced by a computer
- The instructions stored in a computer's memory
- The electronic components of a computer
What is the purpose of a cash register receipt?
What is the purpose of a cash register receipt?
What is the role of a computer in processing data?
What is the role of a computer in processing data?
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Computer definition
Computer definition
An electronic device that follows stored instructions.
Computer data processing
Computer data processing
Converting raw data into useful information.
Computer input
Computer input
The material a computer takes in to process.
Cash register receipt function
Cash register receipt function
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Computer's role in processing data
Computer's role in processing data
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Study Notes
What is a Computer?
- A computer is a device that performs calculations and operations on data.
Data Processing
- A computer takes in data, processes it, stores it, and produces output.
- The computer performs operations on data, such as calculations, comparisons, and transformations.
Input in Computing
- In the context of a computer, "input" refers to the data or information entered into the computer for processing.
Role of a Cash Register Receipt
- A cash register receipt serves as a record of a transaction, providing evidence of the transaction details.
Computer's Role in Data Processing
- The primary role of a computer in processing data is to take in input, process it using algorithms and logic, and produce output in a usable form.
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Test your knowledge on the latest technologies in computers and devices with this quiz. Explore digital technology, data, and devices in module 1 of Discovering Computers 2018.
