Questions and Answers
What is the primary function of a computer's INPUT component?
Which type of computer is specifically designed for supporting hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously?
What distinguishes microcomputers from other types of computers?
What are the three main components of a computer's operation?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes computers?
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What role does software play in a computer system?
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Which type of computer is described as very expensive and very fast, used in scientific research?
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What term is used to categorize individuals who develop or utilize computer systems?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Creative Technology
- Computers evolved from room-sized machines requiring extensive electricity to compact devices comparable in size to a watch.
- They are classified based on processing power and size, determining their capabilities and uses.
Computer Functions
- Input: Computers accept and gather data.
- Processing: They transform data into information.
- Storage: Computers save both data and information.
- Output: Information is presented to the user.
Types of Computers
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Supercomputer:
- Extremely fast and powerful; used in scientific research.
- Can perform hundreds of millions of instructions per second.
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Mainframe:
- High-capacity multi-user computers supporting hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously.
- Commonly utilized by governments and large organizations for bulk data processing.
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Minicomputer:
- Known as midrange computers; smaller and less powerful than mainframes.
- Multi-user capabilities but designed for smaller operations.
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Workstation:
- Single-user, high-performance computers often used for engineering applications.
- More powerful than personal computers with advanced microprocessors.
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Personal Computer (PC):
- Also known as microcomputers, these devices use microprocessors for processing data.
- Features include a keyboard for data entry, a monitor for information display, and storage devices.
Computer Components
- Hardware: Physical parts of a computer that users can interact with directly.
- Software: Programs and instructions that operate the computer and guide its use.
- Peopleware: Refers to individuals who create or use computer systems.
Intelligence and Limitations of Computers
- Computers possess a form of intelligence and can emulate human thinking through predefined algorithms and data.
- They are capable of performing a wide range of tasks but cannot operate beyond their programmed functions.
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Description
This quiz explores the evolution of computers and their classification based on size and processing power. Discover how technology has transformed from large machines to compact devices, and the basic functions of computers such as data input and processing. Test your knowledge on the fundamental concepts of creative technology.
