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What is a computer? |
A computer is anything that has -Inputs -Storage -Processing -Outputs |
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Why are computers reliable? |
Computer are reliable because we use them all the time. stores a lot of information.
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What is a professional standard ? |
-A set of rules -That manufaturers follow when creating a hardware or software |
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Name three types of professional standard ? |
-Proprietary standards -Open standards -De-facto Standards |
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What are standards ? |
Standards mean a set of rules that manufacturers follow when they make hardware or software So need this so the hardware works with any computer without these standards the computers would need a different printer or version |
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Types of standards |
Proprietary standards :Standards controlled by one company (eg IOS) Open standards:Standards created by volunteers that any one can use (html) De-facto standards :Standards that are so widely used everyone starts using them (eg USB) |
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what is a professional standard |
-A set of rules -That manufaturers follow when creating a hardware or software |
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What are the advantages of open or defacto standards for the consumer |
-You can buy cheap alternatives -You can use the same item fir many products |
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what is the disadvantage of using open or defacto standards for the manufacturer |
-You can't lock people into buying your products |
