Introduction to Computer: Unit 1 Quiz

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What is the main function of a computer?

  • Accepting data and processing it as desired
  • Storing data and retrieving stored data
  • Storing a large amount of data
  • Processing data and producing output (correct)

Which component of a computer is responsible for causing the processing of data?

  • Electronic circuits
  • Hardware (correct)
  • Software
  • Storage media

What are the characteristics of a computer?

  • Incapable of storing large amounts of data
  • Fast and accurate electronic system (correct)
  • Unable to execute instructions without mistakes
  • Slow and imprecise mechanical system

How does a computer execute instructions?

<p>One instruction at a time, mostly in less than a millionth of a second (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of computer software?

<p>To provide instructions for a computer to perform specific tasks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of computer hardware?

<p>Causing the processing of data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of a computer ensures the execution of instructions without mistakes?

<p>Electronic circuits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a computerized system, which component allows a very large amount of data to be stored?

<p>Vast storage media (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of computer software?

<p>Performing specific tasks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a computer execute one at a time?

<p>Instructions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of computer hardware?

<p>Causing the processing of data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a computer execute one at a time?

<p>Processing data as desired (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer is responsible for causing the processing of data?

<p>Computer software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of a computer?

<p>Inaccuracy and small storage media (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of computer software?

<p>Performing specific tasks based on instructions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Computer Basics

  • The main function of a computer is to execute instructions.

Processing Data

  • The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is responsible for causing the processing of data.

Characteristics of a Computer

  • A computer has the ability to execute instructions without mistakes, ensuring accuracy.
  • A computer is capable of storing a large amount of data.

Executing Instructions

  • A computer executes instructions one at a time, in a sequential manner.

Computer Software and Hardware

  • The main function of computer software is to provide instructions to the computer.
  • The main function of computer hardware is to execute software instructions.

Data Storage

  • The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid-State Drive (SSD) allows a very large amount of data to be stored in a computerized system.

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