Introduction of Computer System and Problem Solving - FYBTECH
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What are the components of system software?

Operating system, Editor, Compiler, Assembler, Linker, Loader

What are the different programming paradigms?

Imperative, Object Oriented, Functional, Logic programming

What are the characteristics of programming languages?

Various characteristics include readability, writability, reliability, and cost.

What are the programming design tools mentioned in the text?

<p>Algorithms, Pseudo-code, Flowchart</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two design approaches mentioned for software development?

<p>Top-Down and Bottom-Up design approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the software development life cycle?

<p>It is the process of developing software through stages like planning, design, development, testing, and maintenance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'computer'?

<p>The word 'computer' comes from the word 'compute', which means 'to calculate'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define a data processor.

<p>A computer is also called a data processor because it can store, process, and retrieve data whenever desired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'generation' in computer terminology?

<p>In computer terminology, 'generation' provides a framework for the growth of the computer industry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the first generation computers.

<p>ENIAC: Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'VLSI' stand for in the context of computer generations?

<p>'VLSI' stands for 'Very Large Scale Integration'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are digital computers classified?

<p>Digital computers are classified based on their ability to perform calculations and logical operations with quantities represented as digits, usually in the binary number system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a supercomputer from other types of computers?

<p>Supercomputers are the fastest and most powerful computers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a mainframe computer?

<p>Mainframes are very large and expensive computers capable of supporting hundreds, or even thousands, of users simultaneously.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define a mini computer.

<p>A mini computer is a midsized computer that lies between workstations and mainframes in size and power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an analog computer?

<p>An analog computer is a form of computer that uses continuous physical phenomena to model the problem being solved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the features of a hybrid computer?

<p>Hybrid computers exhibit features of both analog and digital computers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key functions of a data processor?

<p>A data processor can store, process, and retrieve data whenever desired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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