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What characterizes supercomputers?
What characterizes supercomputers?
- They are primarily used for basic data processing tasks.
- They are designed for personal use and are affordable.
- They have thousands of processors for executing trillions of calculations per second. (correct)
- They can only execute a limited number of calculations per second.
In what way are mainframe computers primarily used?
In what way are mainframe computers primarily used?
- For video editing and graphic design.
- To conduct scientific experiments in laboratories.
- For personal tasks like web browsing and gaming.
- For processing millions of transactions in large organizations. (correct)
What distinguishes workstations from standard personal computers?
What distinguishes workstations from standard personal computers?
- Workstations have no unique hardware specifications compared to PCs.
- Workstations cannot connect to the internet.
- Workstations are typically more affordable than PCs.
- Workstations are designed for complex scientific and engineering tasks. (correct)
What will potentially replace traditional supercomputers in the future?
What will potentially replace traditional supercomputers in the future?
What is a common way for users to access mainframe computers?
What is a common way for users to access mainframe computers?
Which of the following tasks is supercomputers NOT typically used for?
Which of the following tasks is supercomputers NOT typically used for?
Which computers were dominant until the late 1960s?
Which computers were dominant until the late 1960s?
What is the typical cooling method used in mainframe computers?
What is the typical cooling method used in mainframe computers?
What primary function distinguishes workstations from standard microcomputers?
What primary function distinguishes workstations from standard microcomputers?
Which characteristic is NOT typical of notebook computers?
Which characteristic is NOT typical of notebook computers?
Which type of computer is specifically designed for basic tasks like web searching and emailing?
Which type of computer is specifically designed for basic tasks like web searching and emailing?
What is a common feature of tablets that distinguishes them from traditional laptops?
What is a common feature of tablets that distinguishes them from traditional laptops?
Microcomputers can be categorized into various types. Which of the following is NOT a type of microcomputer?
Microcomputers can be categorized into various types. Which of the following is NOT a type of microcomputer?
What differentiates a smartphone from other mobile devices like tablets?
What differentiates a smartphone from other mobile devices like tablets?
Which of the following devices is described as having 'tiny dimensions' and being designed primarily for basic tasks?
Which of the following devices is described as having 'tiny dimensions' and being designed primarily for basic tasks?
Which feature is commonly associated with desktop PCs?
Which feature is commonly associated with desktop PCs?
What primary function do microcontrollers serve in appliances?
What primary function do microcontrollers serve in appliances?
Which of the following best describes a network server's role?
Which of the following best describes a network server's role?
What distinguishes a tablet from a smartphone?
What distinguishes a tablet from a smartphone?
Which of the following devices is not directly associated with microcontrollers?
Which of the following devices is not directly associated with microcontrollers?
What term is often used to refer to computer peripherals?
What term is often used to refer to computer peripherals?
What distinguishes a solid-state drive (SSD) from a hard disk drive (HDD)?
What distinguishes a solid-state drive (SSD) from a hard disk drive (HDD)?
Which component is crucial for a hard disk drive to read and write data?
Which component is crucial for a hard disk drive to read and write data?
Which statement correctly describes the function of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)?
Which statement correctly describes the function of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)?
What type of network connects clients to a central server?
What type of network connects clients to a central server?
What is a key advantage of using flash drives compared to traditional optical discs?
What is a key advantage of using flash drives compared to traditional optical discs?
Which of the following best defines microcontrollers?
Which of the following best defines microcontrollers?
What role does an automatic voltage regulator (AVR) perform?
What role does an automatic voltage regulator (AVR) perform?
Which component provides a reliable method for external data storage?
Which component provides a reliable method for external data storage?
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Study Notes
Categories of Machines
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Supercomputers:
- High-capacity computers with thousands of processors.
- Capable of executing several trillion calculations per second.
- Used for tasks like climate forecasting, data processing for large organizations, and film animation.
- Future possibilities include nanotechnology-driven computers potentially ten times faster than current models.
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Mainframe Computers:
- Dominant until the late 1960s; cooled by water or air.
- Employed by large organizations for vast transaction processing, handling billions of instructions per second.
- Users access via terminals with displays and peripherals, lacking independent data processing.
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Workstations:
- Introduced in the early 1980s; designed for intensive scientific and engineering tasks.
- Compared to midsize mainframes in capability but focused on graphics and design.
- Used for aerospace design, drug development, and special effects in movies.
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Microcomputers (Personal Computers):
- Include desktop PCs, laptops, netbooks, tablets, and smartphones.
- Versatile in terms of function; often used for basic tasks and linked in networks.
- Laptops integrate display, keyboard, and storage in a portable format, while netbooks are lightweight for basic functions.
- Tablets feature touchscreens and operate similarly to smartphones but with larger screens.
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Microcontrollers:
- Specialized embedded computers found in appliances and vehicles.
- Facilitate functions in devices like microwaves and cameras, enabling smart capabilities.
- Used in innovative electronic applications like wearables and household gadgets.
IT Infrastructures and Gadgets
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Network Servers:
- Central computers that store data and programs for clients.
- Facilitate communication between devices through wired or wireless connections.
- Serve various functions, including data storage, printing, and emails in different organizational scales.
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Computer Peripherals:
- Detachable devices that provide additional input and output functionalities for computers.
- Include hard disk drives (HDDs) for magnetic data storage and solid-state drives (SSDs) for faster data access via flash memory.
- Peripherals can be either internal or external, enhancing computing capabilities.
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Hard Disk Drives (HDDs):
- Use magnetic storage technology on spinning disks to read/write data.
- Store a variety of digital content permanently; accessed randomly for data retrieval.
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Solid-State Drives (SSDs):
- Utilize flash memory for data storage, characterized by no moving parts.
- Much faster than HDDs; often used for quicker performance in devices.
- Flash drives allow external data storage and easy portability through USB connections.
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Power Management Devices:
- Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVRs): Maintain consistent voltage for equipment, regardless of input fluctuations.
- Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS): Provides battery backup during power outages, allowing safe shutdowns of equipment in short- to long-term failure scenarios.
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