Lesson 1 - Introduction to Computers and Systems Flashcards

Introduction to Computers and Systems

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This is a set of interrelated components working together towards a common goal/ to achieve an outcome.

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System

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This is a collection of interrelated components that collect, store, process, and provide as output the information needed to complete the tasks.

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System

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This is known as the part of a larger system.

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Subsystem

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4
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This divides a system into smaller subsystems and components.

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Functional decomposition

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5
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This is a device that stores information for future use. It collects a set of instructions to process as an output needed to accomplish business tasks.

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Computer

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He is a mathematician, mechanical engineer, and philosopher from the UK who is known as the Father of Computer. He invented the computer to mechanize manual mathematical operations.

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Charles Babbage

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This is a simple mechanical computer designed in the 1820s, that can only do one mathematical operation (addition).

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Difference Engine

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This is a general purpose computer system that can do 4 mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

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Analytical Engine

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She worked with Charles Babbage in the Difference Engine and is known as the first programmer. She also came from the UK and is a mathematician and writer.

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Ada Lovelace/ Augusta Ada King, Countess of Lovelace

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10
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From 1946-1959, the _______ generation of computers used vacuum tubes as the basic components for memory and CPU.

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First Generation

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This generation of computers used punched cards, paper tape, and magnetic tape for input and output.

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First Generation

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From 1959 to 1965, the __________ generation of computers used “transistors,” which consumed less power, was cheaper, and more compact and fast than the first generation.

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Second Generation

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From 1965 to 1971, the ____________ generation of computers used Integrated Circuits, which was made by Jack Kilby.

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Third Generation

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14
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From 1971 to 1980. The _____________ generation of computers used “very large scale integrated circuits,” which made computers more affordable, compact, and reliable.

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Fourth Generation

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