Program Development Life Cycle (PDLC) Part 2

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What is a computer system?

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A computer system is a complex and interconnected collection of hardware and software components that work together to perform various computational tasks and provide functionality to users.

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What are the key components of a computer system?

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Hardware, Software, Data, User, Network.

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What does hardware include in a computer system?

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Physical components such as CPU, memory (RAM), storage devices, input devices, output devices, and peripherals.

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What is software in the context of a computer system?

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Programs, applications, and operating systems that run on the hardware.

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What is data in a computer system?

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Information processed and stored by the computer system, which can be in various forms like text, numbers, images, or videos.

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Who are the users in a computer system?

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Users interact with the computer system, providing input and receiving output to perform tasks.

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What is a subsystem?

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A smaller, self-contained system within a larger system, designed to perform a specific set of functions.

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What is the role of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer system?

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The CPU is responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.

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What does the memory subsystem include?

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RAM (Random Access Memory) and cache memory.

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What is the function of the storage subsystem?

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It includes hard drives, SSDs, and other storage devices used to store data and software.