The effects of computers and computer science

Question 1

What are the effects of computer science on our world?

Answer 1

-> It has revolutionized communication making it easy for people to communicate instantly from anywhere in the world.
-> Computer science has made certain tasks easy, and less tedious by automating them.
-> Computer science has led to advancement in health care, for example computers used in the ICU

Question 2

What are some advantages/characteristics of computers?

Answer 2

->Speed: computers are extremely fast and are able to compute millions of instructions in a matter of seconds

-> Accuracy: Computers are extremely accurate and provide the right input always to produce the right output

-> Diligence: Computers can work for hours without getting tired, or bored

-> Storage: Computers are able to store large amounts of data

-> Versatility: Computers are able to perform a wide array of different task making them very versatile

Accronym SAD-SV

Speed
Accuracy
Dilligence
Storage capability
Versilitlity

Question 3

What are some disadvantages of computers?

Answer 3

-> Excessive use of the computer can lead to addiction and social isolation
-> Computers have automated the jobs of certain workers in certain industries causing them to lose their jobs
-> Excessive use of the computer can lead to health issues like eye strain, repetitive strain injuries, and back problems.