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Data and Character Data. Scientific and

A digital computer is an electronic device that can store, transmit, and manipulate different types of data like numeric, character, graphics, and sound data. The most common data types are numeric and character data. Computers are automatic, fast, accurate, and versatile but lack qualities like diligence, intelligence, and feelings.

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Data and Character Data. Scientific and

A digital computer is an electronic device that can store, transmit, and manipulate different types of data like numeric, character, graphics, and sound data. The most common data types are numeric and character data. Computers are automatic, fast, accurate, and versatile but lack qualities like diligence, intelligence, and feelings.

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