Understanding the Definition of a Computer
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Match the following with their descriptions:

Computer = A machine that manipulates data according to a list of instructions Tally Stick = An ancient memory aid to record and document numbers Abacus = A mechanical device used to aid in performing mathematical calculations Human Computer = Engaged in the calculation of mathematical expressions

Match the following with their characteristics:

Computer = Responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner Abacus = Used to perform basic arithmetic operations Human Computer = Engaged in specialized and expensive calculations Tally Stick = Used to record and document numbers or messages

Match the following with their historical origins:

Abacus = Invented in Babylonia in 2400 B.C. Tally Stick = Ancient memory aid Human Computer = Term first used in 1613 for those who carried out calculations Computer = First use of the word recorded in 1613

Match the following with their primary functions:

<p>Computer = Quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data Abacus = Performing mathematical calculations Human Computer = Calculation of mathematical expressions Tally Stick = Recording and documenting numbers or messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following computing devices with their descriptions:

<p>Tally Stick = Ancient memory aid for recording numbers and messages Abacus = Mechanical device for performing mathematical calculations Computer = Machine that manipulates data according to instructions Human Computer = Individual engaged in specialized mathematical calculations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with their corresponding period in history:

<p>First use of the word 'computer' = 1613 Invention of the abacus = 2400 B.C. Introduction of the abacus in China = 500 B.C. Specialized and expensive calculations by humans = Middle of the 20th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with their relevance to computers:

<p>Responds to specific set of instructions = Well-defined manner Executes pre-recorded list of instructions = Programmable machine Quickly stores and retrieves large data amounts = Principal characteristic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Computer = Aids humans in computations Tally Stick = Records numbers and messages Abacus = Performs mathematical calculations Human Computer = Engaged in mathematical expressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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