ae #B + Cache memory isa panel high speed memory which stores frequently used instructions so that the CPU cay, access them easily and quickly. beth _ External memory is used to store large amounts of data permanently. + Thespeedofexternal memoryis slower than internal memory. + The smallest unit of memory s BIT that can hold a single state - either O or 1. Other units of memory are Nibble, Byte, KB, MB, GB, TB, and PB. | + Based on the principle of operation, computersare of three types: _ i)AnalogComputers ii) Digital Computers __ili) Hybrid Computers ghee pegrcan apecieyand size, computers are of four types: puters ii) Minicomputers iil) Mainframe Computers _iv) Supercomputers easy to use collaborative website on which the users can share or modify the content directly from SECTION 1: OBJECTIVE TYPE Multiple Choice Questions: Which of the following isnota characteristic ofa computer? a. Reduces paper work c, Accuracy |The basic organization of a computer does not consist of a. Keyboard b.Input unit ¢. Output unit 4. CPU ROM stores a set of instructions called . a. DRAM b. PROM BIOS d. SRAM ‘The type of ROM which can have its contents erased by ultraviolet light I called su a. PROM b. EPROM c. EEPROM Acommonly used storage device is. a. RAM b.ROM c. Hard disk The smallest unit of memory is a. Byte b. Bit cc. Nibble ‘The special high speed memory which stores frequently used instructions so that quickly is called a. DRAM b. Cache a. EPROM b. PROM In which form is the data represented in Digital. computers? a. Analog form b, Decimal form Which of the following category is not included in en ‘a. Tablet PC Scanned with CamScanner10. Acomputer compiles results using unit. i memory isa special high speed memory, which stores frequently used instruction, 1, Primary memory is used to store large amount of information permanently. 2. _ MMS can be used for sending pictures and videos through mobile phones. 3. _ Thefunctions of a computer are - Input, Process, Storage, and Output. 4, The Control Unit stores data and instructions in memory storage devices. 5. Aprocessoris a system board and is the most important hardware component of a computer. 6. _ Data required for processing is transferred from a secondary memory to a primary memory. | 7. 1Giga Byte is equal to 1024 Tera Byte. 8. _ RAMand ROMare also called Immediate Access Storage. 9. Flash Memory is a specifictype of EEPROM that can be erased and reprogrammed into big sections | Instead of one byte ata time. | 10. Nibble isa group of 8 bits. immense ae | ‘A. Multiple Choice Questions 2) 21 Blt) 5) ld) G@) BL) UB) Oe) 1) zB) 13.00) | [ila 25.) t6.(0) 17.14) 1810) 8. 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Briefly explain the application of computers in the field of banking and library. ‘Ans: Banking: In the banking sector, computers provide a lot of facilities to the customers. Using online banking, you can check your past transactions. Money can be transferred to any account across the globe. Internet banking also allows you to use ATM or debit card to shop, buy tickets, pay bills for utility services, like electricity, telephone, and post paid mobiles. You can even subscribe to free monthly bank account statements and apply online to open fixed deposits. 4 PS = Scanned with CamScanner Learning Computers withLibrary: A computer helps to maintain the records of the issue and deposit date of books, etc. It also helps in indexing and searching a particular book. Various ma online. atis the difference bet 1. Random Access Memory is volatile i , the | Read Only Memory is non volatile memory is temporary. is permanent. el 2. We can read and write the data. Present inthe RAM. We can only read the data Present inthe ROM, 3. RAM stores the application programs. __ ROM stores the initial program to start a computer. 4. The types of RAM are SRAM, DRAM, SDRAM, and The types of ROM are PROM, EPROM, EEPROM, and oR. | Masked ROM. 5, Whatisth Ans: Secondary memory is used to store large amount of data and instructions permanently. The: ‘2 computer is temporary, expensive and has limited storage capacity. Therefore, data separately in a secondary back up device, This will keep the information permanent and ‘duration of time. 6, _ What do you mean by the statement ‘computers work diligently’? Ans: This means a computer completes every task given to it without taking reliable, accurate, and does not get tired, 2 Explain the difference between EPROM and EEPROM. 11. The contents can be erased using ultraviolet rays and then reprogrammed by an EPROM Scanned with CamScannerAwiki is an easy to use collaborative website on which the users can share or modify the content dir: the web browser. As compared to a blog, the content in wiki is normally created without any define Wikipedia (online encyclopedia) is the most popular wiki-based website and is one of the most wide) site in the world. SECTION 3: APPLICATION BASED QUESTIONS-(SOLVED) Rohit Kumar is a Director Marketing of a company which requires him to travel extensively. He has himself updated with the information of head office. He also prefers to type using a keyboard ins, writing on the screen. Which type of computer will you suggest him considering the nature of his job? Mr X is working in the National Weather Forecasting Agency. His job is to telecast ‘the any” weather forecac. the national television. Which type of computer is used to forecast the weather conditions? Which type of computer system is used in appliances that have a digital interface, like microwaves, «. phones, and wrist watches? Kindly suggest. Lam the first Microcomputer which was designed in 1981 by IBM. Who am I? am the central Server of an airline company. I interact with customers and answer their queries regarg-, airline bookings, cancellations, and current flight status. Guess the type of computer Iam. 2.Supercomputer 3. Embedded computer system 4.18M-PC 5. Mainframe computer SECTION 4: APPLICATION BASED QUESTIONS-(UNSOLVED) Which type of computers do Indian Railways use to interact with the customers for the various onlr: functions, like booking, cancellation, showing the current status and so on? 1am a perfect combination of Analog and Digital computer. I accept analog signals, convert them to digta and process them in digital form. Who am I? Rahul is working in the National Research Centre which predicts natural calamities, like earthquake, tsunam) etc. Which type of computer is used in this kind of research? Ms Khanna is a professor of English in a university. She has to keep herself updated with the latest researchir her field. She is not comfortable in using a keyboard. Which type of computer will you suggest her « ote considering the nature of her job and preference? Tam a component of CPU which performs logical operations. Identify SECTION 5: SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS What are the basic organizations of a computer system? Mention the three components of a CPU. i: What are the major strengths of a comp Name the two types of prin an Give a real life example c . Which unit is ne Aree canned with CamScannerSECTION 6: LONG ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS-(UNSOLVED) Explain any two limitations and characteristics of a computer. How are computers used in the field of Research and Education? How are computers used in the field of sports and military? Explain the importance of computers in the government sector and law enforcement. Whatare the application of computers in engineering and manufacturing fields? Explain the input, process and output cycle for the withdrawal of 2000 rupees from your savings : using an ATM card, Differentiate between Primary and Secondary memory. What is a CPU? Explain the different parts of a CPU. What do you know about Microcomputers? Explain any two types of Microcomputers, which you c find in day to day life. Explain the most powerful category of computers. . Ina class, students are divided in two groups, each comprising of odd and with even roll numbers are asked to list the number of computers in the sc students with odd roll numbers are asked to list the peripheral devices theirrespective configurations. Divide the students of your class into two groups. Ask the ‘on the topic ‘Characteristics of a Computer’. 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