IT STUDYING Flashcards

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what is hardware and examples

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is the physical component of a computer Eg monitor,speaker

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2
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what is soft ware examples

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is the set of instructions that tells a computer what to do, keyboard, mouse

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3
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what is cpu

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its the brain of the computer

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4
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what is cloud storage

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cloud storage is a model that helps storing data and files on the internet.

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5
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examples of input devices

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keyboard, joystick,mouse

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6
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examples of output devices

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monitor, speaker,

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7
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what is an algorithm

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a step by step procedure for solving a problem or task.

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8
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what is RAM

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Random access memory

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9
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the primary function of computers motherboard

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providing a platfor

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10
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GPU

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Graphics processing unit,

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11
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what are the functions of cpu

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perform basic arithmetic, to input and output, logic

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12
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what is input

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a place where, or a device through which, energy or information enters a system.

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13
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what is output

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a place where power or information leaves a system.

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14
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what is processing

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15
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What is the role of a compiler in the context of programming languages?

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translates a programming language’s source code into machine code, or another programming language.

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16
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What is the role of an interpreter in the context of programming languages?

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transforms or interprets a high-level programming code.
deals with execution.

17
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why a programmer might choose to use a low-level language like Assembly.

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it is more machine friendly.

18
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Explain why C++ is sometimes referred to as a “high-level” programming language.

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the code is portable and the syntax is human readable.

19
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What is the key benefit of using high-level languages like Java, JavaScript, and Python?

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easier to learn and apply.

20
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what is a general purpose computer

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cpu, memory, input/output device

21
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RAM Cache

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short term memory

22
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HDD, SSD

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Long term memory

23
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hard disk drive

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a type of data storage device that is used in laptops and desktop computers.

24
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optical character recognition

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It is a technology that recognizes text within a digital image. It is used to scan documents and images.