1. What is the primary function of a computer?
2. Which statement correctly distinguishes digital computers from analog computers?
3. Which list contains the six primary computer types designed for individual users?
What is a computer?
An electronic device that processes data into useful information controlled by programmed instructions.
How do digital computers represent and process information?
They represent information numerically as distinct values and process each unit in strict sequences.
What are the six primary types of computers for individual users?
Desktop, workstation, notebook, tablet, handheld, and smart phone.
What is a personal computer (PC)?
A computer system designed for use by a single person, also called a microcomputer.
Computer categories—digital vs analog
Digital: discrete values; Analog: continuous spectrum.
Personal computer type
Designed for use by a single person.
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