Introduction to Computer Science Basics

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What is the definition of a computer as provided in the text?

An electronic device that operates under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, processes data according to specified rules, and produces results. (correct)
A device that can accept data and produce results without processing.
A device that only accepts data and stores the results for future use.
An electronic device that only accepts data and processes it according to specified rules.

What is the difference between computer hardware and computer software?

Computer hardware includes all the parts inside the computer case, while computer software includes the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Computer hardware and software are both physical parts of a computer system.
Computer hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer system, while computer software refers to a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do. (correct)
Computer hardware is intangible, while computer software is tangible.

What is a computer program?

The physical parts inside the computer case.
A set of instructions given to the computer to perform various operations. (correct)
The collection of physical parts of a computer system.
The process of converting input data into required output form with the help of the computer program.

What does data processing involve?

<p>Converting input data into the required output form with the help of the computer program. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in computer hardware?

<p>The physical parts of a computer system including the case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard disk drive, motherboard, video card, etc. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers