Module 1.1 Grade 10 Flashcards
Why can a smartphone also be regarded as a computer?
Smart phones have operating systems and apps that enable them to do more than just make phone calls which was the original purpose of a phone.
What are the steps of the information processing cycle?
Input»Processing of data»Output»Storage» Communications
What happens in the information processing cycle?
Computers process data or raw facts into information or processed data
What is the booting system?
The process of the the operating system automatically loading when the computer is witched on
What does GUI stand for and what is its purpose
It stands for Graphical User interface and it is a form of user interface that allows users to interact with electronic devices through graphical icons and audio indicators.
Where is the current work done on a computer kept temporarily?
In memory or RAM(Random Access Memory)
Where is saved work kept?
In ROM or storage
