Dr. Samar Hesham Lecture #1: Computer Basics
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What is the main purpose of information technology (IT)?

  • To analyze and process raw data
  • To store, retrieve, and process any type of data
  • To facilitate decision making and planning (correct)
  • To achieve unlimited computational speed

    • Which technology is responsible for the discovery of meaningful information in large data volumes?

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Big Data & Big Data Analytics (correct)
  • Computing Technology
  • Geographical Information System (GIS)

    • What is the main feature that makes a computer different from other devices?

  • Unlimited storage capacity
  • Ability to perform unlimited operations per second (correct)
  • Connectivity to other devices
  • High level of accuracy in processing data

    • What does an information system do with raw data?

    <p>Processes it to produce useful information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology is focused on intelligent software that learns and adapts?

    <p>Artificial Intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an information system?

    <p>To convert raw data into useful information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical components comprise computer hardware?

    <p>CPU, main memory, secondary memory, input devices, and output devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the computer hardware is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?

    <p>Arithmetic Logical Unit (ALU)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Control Unit in a CPU?

    <p>Decodes and executes instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of secondary memory?

    <p>CD drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of procedures in an information system?

    <p>Providing rules or guidelines for people to follow when using software, hardware, and data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data-storage capability does secondary memory usually have?

    <p>Semi-permanent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the rules or guidelines for people to follow when using software, hardware, and data typically documented?

    <p>In manuals written by computer specialists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stores information being processed by the CPU?

    <p>Main memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of network connection in computer hardware?

    <p>To enable communication via networking and Internet connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Internet?

    <p>To provide access to a global library of documents and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which networking technology is responsible for changing the way we communicate?

    <p>Wireless technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of interconnecting networks in internetworking?

    <p>To connect different networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of computer networks?

    <p>To enable connectivity and sharing of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the modem in a computer network?

    <p>To enable connectivity to the internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes Cloud computing?

    <p>A technology that allows access to more resources and changes the way we communicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of software enables application software to interact with computer hardware?

    <p>System software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an embedded operating system?

    <p>Used by smartphones and tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of computer is capable of great processing speeds and data storage?

    <p>Mainframe computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an antivirus software?

    <p>Protect a computer from viruses and online threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of software is used to manage files stored in a file system?

    <p>File management tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes midrange computers (servers) from mainframe computers and personal computers (PCs)?

    <p>Processing capabilities less powerful than a mainframe computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of personal computer is the least powerful yet the most widely used?

    <p>Desktop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of software is responsible for managing the disk space, partitions, and format of a disk?

    <p>Disk management tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are real-time operating systems (RTOS) used for?

    <p>Large and complex mathematical computations and large data storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes supercomputers from mainframe computers?

    <p>Most powerful computers used for large and complex mathematical computations and large data storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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