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The document provides a series of questions and answers related to computer studies, covering topics such as software, hardware, operating systems, input/output devices, uses of computers, memory types, CPU components, advantages and disadvantages of computers, storage devices, and full forms of technical terms. It defines software, distinguishes between hardware and software, and explains the functions of an operating system. Additionally, it outlines the roles of computers in education, business, and banking, along with key characteristics of RAM and ROM.

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The document provides a series of questions and answers related to computer studies, covering topics such as software, hardware, operating systems, input/output devices, uses of computers, memory types, CPU components, advantages and disadvantages of computers, storage devices, and full forms of technical terms. It defines software, distinguishes between hardware and software, and explains the functions of an operating system. Additionally, it outlines the roles of computers in education, business, and banking, along with key characteristics of RAM and ROM.

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Computer Studies: Questions and

Answers
1. Q1. What is software? Give two types of software.

Software is a collection of programs or instructions that enable a computer to perform


specific tasks.

Types of Software:
1. System Software – controls hardware (e.g., Windows, Linux)
2. Application Software – helps perform user tasks (e.g., MS Word, Excel)

2. Q2. What is the difference between hardware and software?

Hardware:
- Physical parts of a computer
- Tangible (can be touched)
- Example: CPU, Mouse

Software:
- Set of instructions/programs
- Intangible (cannot be touched)
- Example: MS Word, Windows

3. Q3. What is an operating system? Write any two functions of it.

An Operating System is system software that manages hardware and software resources
and provides a platform for applications.

Functions:
1. Managing memory and files
2. Controlling input/output devices

4. Q4. Write any two input and output devices.

Input Devices:
- Keyboard
- Mouse

Output Devices:
- Monitor
- Printer
5. Q5. Write any two uses of computers in the following areas:
(a) Education
(b) Business
(c) Banking

Education:
- Online learning
- Digital libraries

Business:
- Data management
- Customer service

Banking:
- ATM transactions
- Online banking systems

6. Q6. What is the difference between ROM and RAM?

RAM:
- Temporary memory (volatile)
- Data is lost when power is off
- Used for running applications

ROM:
- Permanent memory (non-volatile)
- Data remains even without power
- Used to store booting instructions

7. Q7. What is a CPU? Name its three main parts.

CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the brain of the computer that processes instructions.

Parts:
1. Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
2. Control Unit (CU)
3. Memory Unit (MU)

8. Q8. Write two advantages and two disadvantages of a computer.

Advantages:
1. High speed and accuracy
2. Can store large amounts of data

Disadvantages:
1. No decision-making power
2. Risk of data theft or hacking

9. Q9. Name any two storage devices.

1. Hard Disk
2. Pen Drive (USB)

10. Q10. Write the full forms of the following:


(a) CPU
(b) UPS
(c) ALU
(d) CU

CPU – Central Processing Unit


UPS – Uninterruptible Power Supply
ALU – Arithmetic Logic Unit
CU – Control Unit

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