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Explain the difference between hardware and software |
Hardware is the name given to the physical parts of the computer. Software includes programs which tell the hardware how to function. |
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List five general categories of hardware that make up a computer system. |
1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. Input devices 3. Output devices 4. Storage devices |
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List two types of software. |
System software and Application software |
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What are the functions of a typical computer system? |
It can: 1. Accept data (input) 2. Manipulate data (processing) 3. Produce results (output) from the processing 4. Store the data and results for future use (storage) |
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Name one type of computer and give three applications for which it can be used. |
Supercomputer Applications of the use of a supercomputer: 1. Used in fields that require vast amounts of complex mathematical calculations, such as simulation and nuclear research. Mainframe Applications of the use of a mainframe computer: 1. In banks for processing customer accounts 2. By utility companies for processing customer accounts 3. By airlines for making flight arrangements Minicomputer Applications of a minicomputer: 1. In networking, the operations in an automobile sales and service outlet control, accounts and process control Microcomputer Applications of a microcomputer: 1. In homes for recreation 2. In manufacturing, for inventory control, accounts and process controlMicrocomputerApplications of a microcomputer:1. In homes for recreation2. In an office for producing documents and processing data, such as payroll, inventory and billing3. For communication through the use of internet services. Applications of a microcomputer:1. In homes for recreation2. In an office for producing documents and processing data, such as payroll, inventory and billing3. For communication through the use of internet services. 2. In an office for producing documents and processing data, such as payroll, inventory and billing 3. For communication through the use of internet services. |
