Fundamentals of Computing: Data & Information

What is the primary function of algorithms in computers?

To process and transform data

What is the relationship between data and information?

Information is generated from data after processing

What is abstraction in the context of computing?

The difference between the external appearance and internal composition of an entity

What is an interface in the context of computing?

A tool that allows an entity to be used without concern for its internal properties Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of data processing?

To extract useful information from data Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of massive storage capacities and processing power in computers?

They enable computers to process and transform data efficiently Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the assessment is based on the MCQ Exam?

40% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary programming language used in the module CS4051?

Python Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the module CS4051 in terms of algorithm design?

Basics of Algorithms Signup and view all the answers

How will the VIVA session be conducted after submission?

Class performance will be taken into account Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the module CS4051?

1 semester Signup and view all the answers

What is an algorithm essentially a plan for?

Solving a problem Signup and view all the answers

What is data typically composed of?

Raw facts and figures Signup and view all the answers

What are algorithms often described using?

Flowcharts and pseudocode Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concept in computing that allows for the representation of complex data?

Abstraction Signup and view all the answers

What is a broad theme in computer science that encompasses algorithms, data, and more?

The recurrent themes in computer science Signup and view all the answers