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Computing Fundamentals
Computing Fundamentals
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A computing quiz covering all the basic principles.
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Define reliability.
The chance that a system will give the correct output.
The likelihood that a system will work without error.
Refers to the amount of times it has to be tested.
A system with a failsafe.
2
Which one(s) are computer systems used in a school?
Entertainment.
Photos with cameras.
Presenting work with PowerPoint.
Registers.
3
What is a 'safety critical system'?
Black magic.
A system that if fails death can occur.
Software that runs a machine such as a printer.
A critically important system
4
What is the Systems Development Life Cycle?
Equating, Analysis, Design, Development, Testing etc.
Evaluation, Analysis, Design, Development, Testing etc.
Evaluation, Analysing, Design, Development, Testing etc.
Evaluation, Analysis, Creating, Development, Testing etc.
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Why should I use a low level language like machine code?
More concise?
You shouldn't ever. High level code is always better.
Doesn't need to be translated?
Can be more reliable?
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What are the functions of a computer system?
Input, Storage, Calculating and Output.
User, Storage, Processing and Output.
Input, Storage, Processing and Result.
Input, Storage, Processing and Output.
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What are de facto standards?
Standards forcefully implemented.
Standards anyone can use.
Standards that are agreed on over time.
Standards owned by a particular company.
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What standard should I use for transmitting data on the Internet?
Bluetooth
USB
HTML
TCP/IP
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A computer converting a key press to a letter is...
Output
Processing
Input
Storage
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What are advantages of using accepted standards?
Software can be shared.
The acronym sounds cool. Like SHIELD for example.
Hardware is compatible.
Prevents errors or malfunction.
