Elements of Computer System

Question 1

It refers to the tangible component of a computer system. It is the machinery itself. It is made up of the physical parts or devices of the computer system.

Answer 1

Hardware

Question 2

It refers to the intangible component of a computer system. The computer hardware itself is not capable of doing anything on its own. It has to be given explicit instructions
to perform the specific task.

Answer 2

Software

Question 3

It is the one which controls the processing activities of the computer. The computer thus functions according to the instructions written in the program.

Answer 3

Computer Program

Question 4

It is regarded as the most important element of the computer and
communication system. It is said that without this element, there would not be any hardware
computers to be used, no software systems that would run computers, and no outputs to be
interpreted as a valid source of information

Answer 4

Peopleware