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Fundamentals of Computer Complete QA

The document provides an overview of fundamental computer concepts, including definitions, characteristics, and limitations of computers, as well as the different generations of computers. It covers memory hierarchy, virtual memory, number systems, operating systems, network topologies, and the differences between traditional and digital media. Additionally, it offers exam tips for effective revision and practice.

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Fundamentals of Computer Complete QA

The document provides an overview of fundamental computer concepts, including definitions, characteristics, and limitations of computers, as well as the different generations of computers. It covers memory hierarchy, virtual memory, number systems, operating systems, network topologies, and the differences between traditional and digital media. Additionally, it offers exam tips for effective revision and practice.

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Fundamentals of Computer - Important Questions & Answers

Unit 1: Basics of Computer

1. What is a computer? Write its characteristics and limitations.

- A computer is an electronic device that takes input, processes data, and provides output.

Characteristics: High Speed, Automation, Accuracy, Storage, Connectivity.

Limitations: No self-intelligence, Electricity dependent, Garbage In Garbage Out (GIGO).

2. Explain the different generations of computers.

1st Generation: Vacuum Tubes (ENIAC, UNIVAC)

2nd Generation: Transistors (IBM 1401)

3rd Generation: Integrated Circuits (IBM 360)

4th Generation: Microprocessors (Intel 4004)

5th Generation: AI & Quantum Computing

3. Explain Input and Output Devices.

Input: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, MICR, OMR.

Output: Monitor, Printer, Speakers.

Unit 2: Memory & Storage

5. What is memory hierarchy?

Register Memory (Fastest, inside CPU)

Cache Memory (Near CPU, very fast)

Primary Memory (RAM, ROM)

Secondary Memory (HDD, SSD)

Tertiary Storage (Magnetic Tape, Cloud)

6. What is Virtual Memory?


Virtual memory uses secondary storage (HDD/SSD) as RAM when RAM is full.

Unit 3: Number System & Arithmetic

9. Explain Binary, Decimal, Octal, and Hexadecimal number systems.

Binary (Base 2): 0,1

Decimal (Base 10): 0-9

Octal (Base 8): 0-7

Hexadecimal (Base 16): 0-9, A-F

10. Number Conversions:

(1011) binary to Decimal = 11 (decimal)

(25) decimal to Binary = (11001) binary

Unit 4: Operating System & Networking

13. What are the types and functions of an Operating System?

Types: Batch OS, Multi-tasking OS, Real-time OS, Distributed OS.

Functions: Memory Management, Process Management, File System Management.

16. Explain Network Topologies (Bus, Star, Ring).

Bus: Cheap but failure affects all.

Star: Fast but expensive.

Ring: No collision but difficult to troubleshoot.

Unit 5: Internet & Multimedia

17. Explain the architecture and working of the Internet.

The Internet follows client-server architecture and uses the TCP/IP protocol.

20. Difference between Traditional Media and Digital Media.

Traditional Media: Newspaper, Radio.

Digital Media: Internet, Social Media.


Final Exam Tips

- Practice numerical questions (binary conversions, arithmetic).

- Revise last year's question papers.

- Make short notes for revision.

- Use diagrams for memory hierarchy & network topologies.

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