Exercise 1 | Computer Fundamentals | Q&A

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 Answer the following questions in short: 

a. What is a  computer? Write its major parts.

Ans: A computer is an electronic machine that accepts the  data and instructions from the user, processes the data according to the given set of instructions, stores and gives the information (result). Processing Unit, Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse are the major parts of computer.

b. Why is computer called Information Processing Machine? 

Ans: A computer is called an Information Processing Machine (IPM) because it generates information by processing raw data according to a prescribed sequence of instructions.

c. Mention any four characteristics of computer. 

Ans: High speed, Accuracy, Diligence and Versatility are the four characteristics of computer.

d. Write the uses of computer in the field of education. 

Ans: Computers are used in education in classrooms, computer labs, online learning, distance education, making presentations, and using software for assignments and training (CBT and WBT).

e. What is meant by versatility in terms of features of computer? 

Ans: Versatility in terms of features of a computer means its ability to perform different types of tasks quickly and efficiently. For example, a computer can be used to type documents, play games, browse the internet, and calculate data all at the same time or one after another.

f. List any four application fields of a computer. 

Ans: Four application fields of a computer are:

  • Education
  • E-Government
  • Health Care
  • Science and Technology
g. What are the limitations of a computer? List in points. 
Ans: The limitations of a computer are:
  • Computer has no intelligence of its own.
  • Computer cannot change processing steps itself.
  • Computer lacks feeling.
  • Computer cannot learn anything from the past experience.
h. List the abilities that every computer can perform. 
Ans: Every computer is able to perform the following tasks:
  • Accept the data and instructions from the user as input.

  • Process the data according to the given set of instructions.
  • Give the result of its processing for the user.
  • Store the result for future needs.
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