18 Questions
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?
Algorithms, Pseudo-code, Flowchart
What are the two design approaches mentioned for software development?
Top-Down and Bottom-Up design approach
What is the software development life cycle?
It is the process of developing software through stages like planning, design, development, testing, and maintenance.
What is the meaning of the word 'computer'?
The word 'computer' comes from the word 'compute', which means 'to calculate'.
Define a data processor.
A computer is also called a data processor because it can store, process, and retrieve data whenever desired.
What is the purpose of 'generation' in computer terminology?
In computer terminology, 'generation' provides a framework for the growth of the computer industry.
Name one of the first generation computers.
ENIAC: Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator
What does 'VLSI' stand for in the context of computer generations?
'VLSI' stands for 'Very Large Scale Integration'.
How are digital computers classified?
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.
What distinguishes a supercomputer from other types of computers?
Supercomputers are the fastest and most powerful computers.
What is the purpose of a mainframe computer?
Mainframes are very large and expensive computers capable of supporting hundreds, or even thousands, of users simultaneously.
Define a mini computer.
A mini computer is a midsized computer that lies between workstations and mainframes in size and power.
What is an analog computer?
An analog computer is a form of computer that uses continuous physical phenomena to model the problem being solved.
What are the features of a hybrid computer?
Hybrid computers exhibit features of both analog and digital computers.
What are the key functions of a data processor?
A data processor can store, process, and retrieve data whenever desired.
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