1
Q
What is hardware?
A
The physical components of the computer.
e.g CPU, hard disk, monitor and keyboard and mouse
2
Q
What is software?
A
Programs that run on a computer that make use of the computers hardware.
3
Q
Why does the computer require both software and hardware to function?
A
It allows the user to communicate with the system through inputs and outputs.
4
Q
What is the 3-box model?
A
- Input
- Process
- Secondary storage
- Output
5
Q
What are four examples of input devices?
A
Mouse, keyboard, camera and microphone
6
Q
What are four examples of output devices?
A
Screen, speakers, printer and LED’s
7
Q
Give three developments in hardware that have improved the phone model in the last 10 years
A
- More power efficient processors
- Smaller form memory
- Solid state memory
