Introduction to Computers

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A computer requires both hardware and software to function effectively. Which statement best explains their relationship?

Hardware processes data independently, while software provides the electrical energy.
Both hardware and software consume electrical energy to function, making them interchangeable.
Software is a physical component, and hardware contains the instruction.
Hardware is the tangible component, and software provides the instructions for the hardware to perform tasks. (correct)

Which of the following options is primarily the responsibility of system software?

Interfacing with and managing computer hardware resources. (correct)
Developing mobile desktop and web applications for end users.
Directly performing user-defined tasks like creating documents.
Running user-installed applications like games and web browsers.

Which of the following is the most accurate definition of computer hardware?

A collection of instructions or procedures that tell a computer what to do.
The physical components of a computer system. (correct)
A type of application that performs specific user-defined tasks.
The operating system that manages the computer's resources.

In the context of computer software, what is a primary function of application software?

Performing specific tasks for the user, such as word processing or web browsing. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Consider a user installing a new printer driver. Which type of software is being utilized in this scenario?

System software (C) Signup and view all the answers

A computer performs which of the following actions when processing data?

Takes input, follows instructions, and may store data temporarily or permanently. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following software types would be most involved in managing the CPU, memory, and storage devices of a computer?

An operating system like macOS or Windows. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario exemplifies the role of application software?

A user editing a photo using Adobe Photoshop. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental difference between system software and application software?

Application software directly performs tasks for the user, while system software supports the computer's infrastructure. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which sequence accurately describes the flow of data through a computer?

Input -> Process -> Store -> Output (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a computer?

Electronic device that takes input, processes data, outputs data, and stores data internally.

What is computer hardware?

Physical components of a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, CPU).

What is computer software?

Component that performs specific tasks based on instructions (e.g., Adobe Photoshop).

What is system software?

Acts as intermediary, maintains hardware (e.g., Windows, Linux).

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What is application software?

Helps users perform specific tasks (e.g., MS Office, WhatsApp).

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Study Notes

A computer is an electronic device or machine
It takes input from the user
It processes data according to a set of instructions
It outputs data
It temporarily or permanently stores data internally
A computer consists of hardware and software
It is made up of interrelated components
It requires electrical energy to function effectively and it cannot perform without its components
Computer hardware is a physical component
Examples of computer hardware: keyboard, mouse, processor, memory devices, monitor, CPU, and printer
Computer software refers to the component of a computer
It performs specific tasks based on instructions or procedures
Computer software is a compendium of executable code written in high or low-level programming language
Examples of computer software: Adobe Photoshop, Google Chrome, WhatsApp, Twitter, Slack, operating system
Two parts of computer software include system software and application software
System software acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer
It is designed to access and maintain computer hardware
System software involves programming software that accesses and controls the inner workings of computer hardware
Examples of system software include operating systems like macOS, Windows, Linux, firmware drivers, and utility software
Application software is designed to help users perform specific tasks on a computer
Application software involves building and developing applications that run on a mobile desktop and web
Examples: MS Office, WhatsApp

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