HELP Matriculation Centre (HMC)
FDITC001: Computing Principles
Tutorial Week 2: Computer Basics
Section A: Modified True / False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is True or False.
1. A mainframe is a large and expensive computer, capable of simultaneously processing
data for hundreds or thousands of users. (A. True B. False)
2. Storage is the area of a computer that temporarily holds data that is waiting to be
processed, stored, or output. (A. True B. False)
3. Hardware reliability and accuracy are two advantages of computers.
(A. True B. False)
4. Smartphones are a type of handheld computer that do not need input, output, processing,
or storage. (A. True B. False)
5. Application software is "background" software which helps the computer manage its own
internal resources. (A. True B. False)
Section B: Multiple Choices
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1. Which part of an information system consists of the rules or guidelines for people to
follow?
a. People c. Internet
b. Procedure d. Data
2. A computer system _____.
a. is a collection of unrelated components that have been designed to work together
efficiently.
b. refers to the operations in the information processing cycle.
c. is a collection of related components that have been designed to work independent of
each other.
d. can be broken down into two major components hardware and software
3. For a computer system’s hardware to function, a computer needs a _________.
a. program c. disk drive
b. scanner d. CD drive
4. During the processing operation, the computer __________.
a. transforms information into data.
b. uses complex processing actions organized into an algorithm.
c. transforms data into information.
d. follows a series of unorganized steps
5. Which of the following is NOT an example of a storage device?
a. Hard disk drive c. DVD drive
b. CD drive d. VRAM drive
6. Computer devices that are not integral to the computer are called __________.
a. terminals c. peripherals
b. externals d. processors
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7. The two most used types of personal computers are _______.
a. Apple Macintosh and IBM-compatibles
b. Microcomputers and network computers
c. Apple Macintosh and minicomputers
d. IBM-compatible and Internet appliances
8. When an entire job category is made obsolete by advances in technology, this is called
______.
a. technological replacement c. robotics
b. structural unemployment d. automation
9. Which of the following computers is also referred to as a server and is used to support
end users for things such as retrieving data from a database or providing access to
application software?
a. Midrange c. Supercomputer
b. Mainframe d. Microcomputer
10. Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?
a. Solid-state storage c. RAM
b. Optical discs d. Hard disk
11. A financial budget would typically be created in what type of data file?
a. Database c. Presentation
b. Worksheet d. Document
12. In most cases, the word "software" is interchangeable with the word _______.
a. procedure c. program
b. application d. computer
Section C: Short Answers Questions
Write a brief explanation for the questions below.
1. What hardware does a computer use to perform its functions?
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Section D: Short Essay Question
Answer this question in essay format. Your answer must have valid points and suitable
explanations or examples.
Most students will find that a laptop or desktop is most suitable for their coursework or for
gaming. In addition, they might choose a tablet to carry with them at other times because
tablets are ideal for everyday tasks.
Based on the statement above, students are required to discuss three (3) pros and three (3)
cons of using a tablet in students’ daily tasks.
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