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Introduction to Computers

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What does the Latin word 'compute' mean?

To manage

To calculate (correct)

To control

To communicate

What is a computer primarily devised for?

Playing games

Performing calculations and controlling operations (correct)

Browsing the internet

Watching videos

What is the primary function of a computer?

To provide automation

To store information

To process data to perform various tasks (correct)

To perform manual calculations

What is a significant advantage of computers?

Millions of complex calculations can be done in mere fraction of time Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for a computer's processing speed?

Millions of instructions per second (MIPS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of a computer's automation feature?

Repeatability of operations without human intervention Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the current era due to the impact of computers?

The information age Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of computers that makes them indispensable in fields like scientific research?

Accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of computers that makes them influential?

Memory, high speed, and perfection Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the amount of information a computer can store?

Kilobytes (KB), Megabytes (MB), or Gigabytes (GB) Signup and view all the answers

How have computers transformed modern society?

They have revolutionized the way we work, communicate, and access information Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of computers that allows them to perform various tasks?

Versatility Signup and view all the answers