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What is the primary function of a computer?
What is the primary function of a computer?
- To store data permanently without processing
- To manipulate data according to instructions (correct)
- To provide entertainment exclusively
- To operate without any input
Which of the following describes the process followed by a computer?
Which of the following describes the process followed by a computer?
- Accept input, process it, and generate output (correct)
- Process input, accept output, and store data
- Store data, accept output, and process input
- Generate output first, then process input, and finally store data
What role does data play in a computer system?
What role does data play in a computer system?
- Data has no significance in computing processes
- Data serves only as output for the computer
- Data is an optional component that computers may use
- Data must be processed for a computer to function (correct)
How is the output generated from a computer?
How is the output generated from a computer?
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In what form can the results of computer processing be saved?
In what form can the results of computer processing be saved?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Computer
- A computer is an electronic machine that processes data.
- Computers accept input, process it, provide output, and store information electronically.
- The instructions guiding the computer's operations are called a list of instructions.
- The input can include data, instructions, or commands, and the output can be anything from text to images, sounds, or other data.
- The process of saving information electronically is essential for storing and retrieving data later.
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of computers, including data processing, input and output, and electronic storage. It explores how computers function through a series of instructions, and highlights the importance of accurate data handling. Test your understanding of these basic computer principles.
