Weekly Output 1 - Interaction between User and Computer

Weekly Output 1 - Interaction between User and Computer

Introduction to Computer Fundamentals

Computer is an advanced electronic device that takes raw data as input from the user and processes it under the control of set of instructions (called program), gives the result (output), and saves it for the future use. 

Functionalities of a computer 

Any digital computer carries out five functions in gross terms: 

• Takes data as input. 

• Stores the data/instructions in its memory and use them when required. 

• Processes the data and converts it into useful information. 

• Generates the output  Controls all the above four steps.

Advantages 

• Reduction in Cost

• Accuracy,  High Speed

• Storage Capability, Reduction in Paper Work

• Diligence

• Versatility

• Reliability

• Automation

Multiple Choice

What type of computer is shown in the photo?

• Server

• Mainframe

• Super Computer

• Mobile Computer

Multiple Select

Mainframes are

• stores tremendous amount of data, instruction and information

• capable of processing trillion of instructions per second

• computers that can be carried around easily

• used by large organisation such as banks

Multiple Select

Supercomputer can / is

• the largest computer

• stores more than 20000 times data and information than a normal computer

• used by lecturers, students and office workers

• fit into a partial room

Multiple Choice

Which type of computer is used for weather forecasting?

• Super Computers

• Personal Computers

• Mainframe Computers

• Embedded Computers

Multiple Choice

A computer built to be used by one person at a time.

• Mainframe

• Supercomputer

• Personal Computer

• Satellite

Multiple Choice

Which type of computer is built to support an organization's information?

• Personal computers

• Mainframe

• Embedded

• Super

Multiple Choice

The fastest and most powerful computer system

• Mainframe

• Super

• Desktop

• Laptop

Multiple Choice

A Plotter is a/an...

• Output Device

• Input Device

Multiple Choice

Microsoft Office and similar software is an example of:

• off the shelf
• bespoke
• open source

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of 'open source' software?

• Can sometimes be too generic for specialist purposes
• It’s often free!
• Help and support provided
• You need to be an expert to edit code

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of 'open source' software?

• High quality software with lots of features

• Not as customisable

• May not have been tested as much as proprietary software, so might have bugs.

• You can edit the source code to customize it

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of 'open source' software?

• The software must be paid for.

• It’s often free.

• The produces provide regular updates.

• Not as customizable

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of 'open source' software?

• You can edit the source code to customize it

• You need to be an expert to edit code

• You have to pay

• Can sometimes be too generic for specialist purposes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not 'open source' software?

• Linux
• Ubuntu
• Open Office
• Windows 10

Multiple Choice

What is meant by 'open source' software?

• Software owned by an organisation, you may need to buy a license for
• Freely available, constantly upgraded by users.  No fee. 

Multiple Choice

What is meant by 'proprietary' software?

• Software owned by an organisation, you may need to buy a license for.
• Freely available, constantly upgraded by users.  No fee. 

Multiple Choice

What is another name given to 'proprietary software'?

• Open source software
• Bespoke software
• Tailor Made software
• Closed source software

Open Ended

What is meant by the world is Flat?

Multiple Select

Advantages of computers in today's arena.

• High Speed and Accuracy

• Storage Capability and Diligence

• Versatility, Automation and Reliability

• Reduction in Paper Work and Reduction in Cost