Computer Applications
Draw a diagram to show how these components are connected in an ICT system :
- Process
- Input
- Output
- Backing Store
Related Questions
Q represents the central processing unit which consists of :
- processor and main storage
- input devices and processor
- input devices, output devices and backing storage
- all of the above
Which one of the following is not a function of the CPU ?
- handling control functions
- performing arithmetical operations
- storing data
- file management
For the following situations advise which type of software you would use.
Typing a letter Creating a graph Keeping a list of telephone numbers Creating a poster Creating an original image Editing a digital photograph Comparing which mobile phone tariff is the best for you reading a webpage on the Internet Arrange the following statements into the advantages or disadvantages of the different computers. (some of the statements can be used for more than one type of computer)
1. Can use many different types of software 2. Can only use very limited software such as email or diary events 3. Portable 4. Light to carry 5. Fits in your pocket 6. Around Rs.50000 7. Around £1500 - £2000 to buy 8. Can easily be broken 9. Easy to upgrade or expand 10. Cannot upgrade 11. Very difficult to expand 12. Easy to steal 13. No mouse but touch-pad or button control 14. Stylus control 15. Mouse control 16. Ergonomically designed 17. Uncomfortable to use for long periods of time 18. Can run on electricity or battery 19. Standard equipment for businesses, schools and home 20. Not as powerful as a desktop PC 21. Very strong 22. Cost around Rs. 40000 to buy 23. No keyboard - handwriting recognition used 24. Difficult to move around Desk-Top PC Notebook PDA Advs Disadvs Advs Disadvs Advs Disadvs 1 24