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Computer Programming 1 - MIDTERM > MODULE 1 - Introduction to Computer System > Flashcards

MODULE 1 - Introduction to Computer System Flashcards

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Computer

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is an Electronic device that can be programmed to accept data (input), process it and generate result (output)

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Computer System

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Computer along with additional hardware and software

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Data

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Raw and unorganized facts that are processed to get meaningful information

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Information

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Combination of raw and unorganized facts that been processed

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Features of Computer System

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Programmable, accepts raw data and produces information and a Digital machine

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Characteristics of Computer System -Automatic

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The computer once programmed to perform some tasks can continue without any human intervention

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Characteristics of Computer System -Speed

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With the latest microprocessor it gives the computer a huge processing power that used for performing complex operations with very high operating speed

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Characteristics of Computer System -Accuracy

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The accuracy depends on the program instructions and the input data. The computer will produce wrong result if there any mistakes in program instruction, referred as Garbage In Garbage Out(GIGO)

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Characteristics of Computer System -Versatile

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It is now an essential part of every industry, profession and different field.

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Characteristics of Computer System -Reliable

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Perform multiples tasks without any mistake with the lightning speed.

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Characteristics of Computer System - Diligent

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Can work day and night without any breaks

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Characteristics of Computer System - Memory

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To store data and program instruction

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Characteristics of Computer System - Programmable

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The computer need a set of instruction called a program to perform any task on its own

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Two major Computer components

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The hardware and software

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Hardware

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Is the physical component of the computer

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Software

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Refers to program instructions written in a computer language that allows the hardware components to perform the intended function.

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System Software

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It helps the user and the computer hardware to function and interact with each other

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Application Software

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End-user software programs that assist users in completing various tasks.

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Computer Languages

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provides the means of communication with the computer machine. A computer programming languages is a set of rules, commands, instruction, symbols and syntax that allows programmer to write code and create software programs or applications

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