Hardware COMPUTER SYSTEMS Flashcards
Which part of a Computer System takes raw data into the system?
Input devices
Which part of a Computer System presents processed information back to the user?
Output
Which part of a Computer System manipulates raw data and turns it into something meaningful?
Process
A Computer System that is a small part of a larger system with a specialised role is known as what?
An embedded system
Which of these is an example of an embedded system? (Choose three)
An analogue watch
A smartwatch
A general purpose computer
A dishwasher
A smartphone
Smartwatch
Dishwasher
A smart phone
One negative impact of Computer Systems is an increased use of electricity, often from fossil fuels. What type of impact is this?
Cultural
Social
Economic
Environmental
Environmental
One positive impact of Computer Systems is that they allow people to buy and sell goods all over the world. What type of impact is this?
Cultural
Social
Economic
Environmental
Economic
Another impact of Computer Systems is that domestic chores now take less time, meaning entire households have more leisure time and everyone can go to work. What type of impact is this?
Social
Economic
Environmental
Social
What peripheral device might be used to input information into a computer system?
Keyboard
The CPU is a hardware component most involved in which stage of a Computer System?
Inputting Data
Processing Data
Outputting Information
Processing Data
