INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
CHARACTERISTICS OF COMPUTERS
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Question
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A computer is a very ____ device as it can process millions of instructions.
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Slow
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proper
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fast
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Many personal computers can execute instructions in less than one-millionth of a second, whereas those speed demons known as supercomputers can execute instructions in less than one-billionth of a second.
Detailed explanation-2: -Supercomputer: An extremely fast computer that can perform hundreds of millions of instructions per second.
Detailed explanation-3: -The central processing unit (CPU) or processor controls the computer’s overall speed or clock speed as it is one of the most significant components in making a computer fast. A good processor is one that can execute more instructions per second, resulting in faster processing.
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