Introduction to Computers Quiz

An electronic machine that accepts data, processes it, and generates output results.

A computer that uses distinct values, like 0s and 1s, to represent data internally.

A computer that represents data as variable across a continuous range of values, like temperature or pressure.

A computer's ability to process data extremely fast, often millions of instructions per second.

The ability of a computer to provide highly accurate results.

The ability of a computer to perform complex calculations tirelessly for long durations without fatigue.

The capability of a computer to store vast amounts of data and information that can be retrieved whenever needed.

The capacity of a computer to execute various tasks with equal ease, such as writing documents, playing music, or printing.

The oldest mechanical calculating device used for counting large numbers, consisting of bars with beads.

A mechanical device invented by John Napier in 1617 AD for performing multiplication.

A calculating tool used by engineers before calculators for performing operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

A mechanical device invented by Blaise Pascal to perform addition and subtraction using wheels, gears, and cylinders.

A mechanical device built by Gottfried Leibniz around 1673 that could multiply and divide.

A system of punched cards invented by Jacquard to control the power loom in 1801, recognizing holes as binary ones and their absence as binary zeros.

The first generation computers that used vacuum tubes for circuitry; characterized by bulky size, high power consumption, and limited capabilities.

The second generation computers that used transistors for circuitry, offering smaller size, lower power consumption, and improved speed and reliability.

The third generation computers that used integrated circuits (ICs) for circuitry, resulting in even smaller size, higher speed, and lower cost.

The fourth generation computers that used microprocessors for circuitry, leading to smaller, more powerful, and user-friendly computers.

The fifth generation computers that focus on artificial intelligence and parallel processing, aiming for faster, more intelligent machines.

Small, low-cost digital computers designed for individual use, generally including CPU, input/output units, storage, and software.

Larger computers designed for multi-user systems, offering higher processing speed and storage capacity compared to microcomputers.

Powerful computers used for large-scale data processing in organizations, with high processing speed, vast storage capacity, and the ability to manage multiple users.

The fastest and most expensive computers with massive processing power and high-speed parallel processing capabilities.

The process of converting raw data into meaningful information through various operations, such as calculations, sorting, or filtering.

The devices used for inputting data into a computer, such as keyboards, mice, scanners, or microphones.

The devices used for outputting results from a computer, such as monitors, printers, or speakers.

The permanent storage devices used to store data and programs on a computer, such as hard drives, SSDs, or USB drives.

The type of terminal that does not have any processing capabilities and relies solely on the mainframe computer for processing.

A terminal with some processing capabilities and allows users to perform some tasks locally without relying solely on the mainframe computer.