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Which type of computer is most suitable for running complex simulations and processing vast amounts of data?
Which type of computer is most suitable for running complex simulations and processing vast amounts of data?
- A smartphone
- A supercomputer (correct)
- A tablet
- A standard desktop computer
A researcher needs to conduct a large number of complex scientific calculations. Which type of computer would be most appropriate for this task?
A researcher needs to conduct a large number of complex scientific calculations. Which type of computer would be most appropriate for this task?
- A laptop, for its balance of power and portability
- A tablet, for its portability
- A supercomputer, due to its immense processing power (correct)
- A smartphone, for its convenience
Which of the following devices is explicitly designed for tasks such as web browsing and entertainment, while also offering some productivity capabilities?
Which of the following devices is explicitly designed for tasks such as web browsing and entertainment, while also offering some productivity capabilities?
- A desktop computer
- A supercomputer
- A server
- A tablet (correct)
Compared to smartphones, tablets are generally characterized by what feature?
Compared to smartphones, tablets are generally characterized by what feature?
Which device balances portability with functionality, making it suitable for browsing, reading, and simple productivity tasks?
Which device balances portability with functionality, making it suitable for browsing, reading, and simple productivity tasks?
A team of scientists needs a computing solution for climate modeling. Which factor most strongly suggests they should use a supercomputer rather than a tablet?
A team of scientists needs a computing solution for climate modeling. Which factor most strongly suggests they should use a supercomputer rather than a tablet?
A student wants a device primarily for reading e-books, watching videos, and taking notes in class. While a laptop and smartphone are options, which device is specifically designed for these combined purposes?
A student wants a device primarily for reading e-books, watching videos, and taking notes in class. While a laptop and smartphone are options, which device is specifically designed for these combined purposes?
What is the primary differentiating factor between a supercomputer and other types of computers?
What is the primary differentiating factor between a supercomputer and other types of computers?
Which task is a supercomputer designed to handle that a tablet would not be suitable for?
Which task is a supercomputer designed to handle that a tablet would not be suitable for?
Which device is most suited for complex scientific calculations?
Which device is most suited for complex scientific calculations?
Flashcards
What is a supercomputer?
What is a supercomputer?
An extremely fast, powerful computer used for complex scientific calculations, simulations, and research requiring immense processing power.
What is a tablet?
What is a tablet?
A portable, touch-screen device larger than a smartphone designed for browsing the web, reading, entertainment, and simple productivity tasks.
Study Notes
- A supercomputer is an extremely fast, powerful computer
- Supercomputers are used for complex scientific calculations, simulations and research that require immense processing power
- A tablet is a portable, touch-screen device, larger than a smartphone
- Tablets are designed for browsing the web, reading, entertainment, and simple productivity tasks
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