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AQA GCSE Computer Science (BBC Bitesize)
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Computer systems
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What are the two main components of a computer system?
Hardware
and
software
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What is hardware in a computer system?
Physical parts like
CPU
and
hard disk
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What is software in a computer system?
Programs
,
applications
, and
data
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Why does a computer system require both hardware and software?
To function
properly
and perform tasks
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What is an input in a computer system?
Data inserted for
processing
or storage
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What is an output in a computer system?
Data
sent out of a
system
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How does software enable hardware to function?
It allows
users
to perform tasks
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What is the role of a graphics card in a computer system?
It is a
physical component
for
display
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What is the function of a hard disk drive?
It stores
data
in a computer system
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What is the function of a monitor?
It displays
output
from the computer
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What is the function of a keyboard?
It
inputs
data into the computer
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What is the function of a mouse?
It
inputs
data for navigation
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What is the function of a printer?
It
outputs
data on paper
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What is the function of a camera in a computer system?
It
inputs
visual
data into the system
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What is the function of a microphone?
It inputs
audio data
into the
system
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What is the function of LEDs in a computer system?
They
output
visual signals
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How do input and output devices interact in a computer system?
Input devices send data for
processing
, output devices display results
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What is the relationship between hardware and software in a computer system?
Software
enables
hardware
to
perform tasks
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What is the significance of logic gates in computer systems?
They form the basis of
logic circuits
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What is the simplest level of a computer?
A collection of
transistors
and
circuits
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What do logic gates do in a computer system?
They process
binary
inputs to produce outputs
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What is the role of a central processing unit (CPU)?
It processes
instructions
in a computer
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What is the function of utility programs?
They perform maintenance tasks on a
computer
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How do utility programs support computer systems?
By performing
maintenance
and
optimization
tasks
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How do hardware and software work together in a computer system?
Hardware
executes
tasks
directed by
software
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What is the importance of understanding computer systems in today's world?
It is essential for
technology literacy
and
careers
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What is the significance of the term "logic circuits"?
They are formed by connecting
logic gates
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What is the role of Boolean logic in computer systems?
It is used to create
logic gates
and circuits
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What is the function of a hard disk in a computer system?
To store
data
permanently
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How do logic gates contribute to computer processing?
They perform logical operations on
binary
data
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What is the difference between input and output devices?
Input
devices send data,
output
devices display results
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Why is it important to classify software?
To understand its
functions
and applications
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What is the significance of the term "computer systems"?
It refers to the combination of
hardware
and
software
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How do hardware and software interact in a computer system?
Software
directs
hardware
to perform
tasks
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What is the impact of understanding computer systems on career opportunities?
It opens up various
technology-related
careers
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Why is it essential to learn about hardware and software?
To effectively use and troubleshoot
computer systems
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What is the significance of the term "utility programs"?
They perform maintenance tasks on a
computer
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How do utility programs support computer systems?
By performing
maintenance
and
optimization
tasks
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How do hardware and software work together in a computer system?
Hardware
executes
tasks
directed by
software
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What is the importance of understanding computer systems in today's world?
It is essential for
technology literacy
and
careers
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