15 Questions
What is the main task performed by a computer?
Input, process, output
What is the origin of the word 'computer'?
Derived from 'to compute' meaning to calculate
What is the fundamental operation that a computer performs on data?
Process
Why are computers considered automatic machines?
They work by themselves without human intervention
What does a computer do with the data it receives?
Processes it and produces information
What is the fundamental operation that a computer performs on data?
Process
What is the origin of the word 'computer'?
From the word 'to calculate'
Why are computers considered automatic machines?
They work without human intervention
What does a computer do with the data it receives?
Processes, stores, and retrieves it
What is the main task performed by a computer?
Input, process, output
What is the main function of an operating system?
Acting as an interface between the user and computer hardware
Which of the following best describes the role of the kernel in an operating system?
Allowing hardware to recognize and read programs/processes
What is a key goal of an operating system?
Making the computer system convenient to use
What is a function of a bootloader in an operating system?
Loading the operating system into memory during startup
What distinguishes the kernel from other parts of an operating system?
It is responsible for allowing hardware to recognize and read programs/processes
Test your knowledge of the basic concepts of computer technology with this quiz about the definition and function of a computer. Explore the fundamental aspects of computers such as data processing, arithmetic operations, and applications.
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