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on Bank on Encoding Schemes, Number Systems, and Emerging Technology T

Lesson 1: Encoding Schemes and Number Systems


1. What is an encoding scheme? Explain its importance in computing.

Answer: An encoding scheme maps text into codes to facilitate communication among computers. It enable

2. What is ASCII, and why was it developed?

Answer: ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is a 7-bit encoding scheme that was

3. Explain the concept of Unicode and its benefits over ASCII.

Answer: Unicode is a universal encoding standard that supports all languages, providing unique codes for c

4. Describe the binary number system. Why is it used in computers?

Answer: The binary system is a base-2 number system consisting of only 0 and 1. It is used in computers a

5. Convert the decimal number (45)10 to binary.

Answer: Step-by-step: Divide 45 by 2, noting remainders until 0 is reached. Binary equivalent of (45)10 is (1

6. What is hexadecimal, and why is it useful in computing?

Answer: Hexadecimal is a base-16 system (0-9, A-F) used to simplify binary representation. It groups four b

7. Convert the hexadecimal number (A3)16 to binary.

Answer: Each hex digit corresponds to 4 binary digits. Thus, (A3)16 = (10100011)2.

8. Describe the octal number system and its relationship to binary.

Answer: Octal is a base-8 system (digits 0-7). It simplifies binary representation by grouping three binary di

9. Explain how to convert from binary to decimal with an example.

Answer: Multiply each binary digit by 2 raised to the power of its position (right to left). Sum these products

10. What are some applications of encoding schemes and number systems in computing?
Answer: Encoding schemes are used in text representation and communication across devices. Number sy

Lesson 2: Emerging Trends in Technology


1. What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Provide some examples of its applications.

Answer: AI simulates human intelligence in machines, enabling tasks like decision-making and problem-so

2. Define Machine Learning and its role in AI.

Answer: Machine Learning, a branch of AI, allows computers to learn from data and make predictions witho

3. What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)? Mention its applications.

Answer: NLP enables interaction between humans and computers using natural language. Applications inc

4. Explain immersive experiences. What technologies enable them?

Answer: Immersive experiences simulate reality using technology like Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented

5. Describe Big Data and its five main characteristics.

Answer: Big Data is large, complex data that cannot be handled by traditional systems. Its characteristics a

6. How does the Internet of Things (IoT) function, and what are some applications?

Answer: IoT connects devices to the internet for communication and data exchange, enabling applications

7. What is Cloud Computing, and what services does it offer?

Answer: Cloud Computing provides on-demand computing resources over the internet, including IaaS, Paa

8. Explain the concept of Grid Computing and how it differs from Cloud Computing.

Answer: Grid Computing uses a network of computers to process large tasks collaboratively. Unlike Cloud

9. What is Blockchain technology? List some potential applications.

Answer: Blockchain is a decentralized ledger technology ensuring secure, verifiable transactions. Applicatio

10. Differentiate between Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR).
Answer: VR creates a fully immersive digital environment, while AR overlays digital information on the real

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