AMIT1723 IT Fundamentals and Applications – Exercise 1 -

Chapter 1
Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers (Week 2 to Week 3)

1. a. What is a computer? (2 marks)

b. Explain TWO (2) advantages and TWO (2) disadvantages of using computers. (8 marks)

2. List out FIVE (5) fundamental components of a computer. Provide ONE (1) example for each
component in the computer system. (10
marks)

3. Explain the use of the computers in the following sectors of the society. (6 marks)

(i) Education

(ii) Publishing

(iii) Traveling

4. Today, online shopping has become increasingly popular. People doing their shopping online
due to convenience, best prices and free shipping. Assume a college student wishes to buy an
external hard disk drive online via lelong.com.my.

a. Apply ONE (1) input device and ONE (1) output device that you think the student needs to
use in order to perform the tasks mentioned above. Describe also the usage of the
devices. (6
marks)

b. Identify THREE (3) examples of input data that needs to be obtained in order to make an
online purchase. (3 marks)

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