ICT (Introduction to Computing) Notes
Important Short Questions
- Define Computer → An electronic device that takes input, processes it, and produces output.
- Differentiate between Data and Information → Data: raw facts, Information: processed and
meaningful data.
- What is RAM? → Random Access Memory, temporary storage.
- What is ROM? → Read Only Memory, permanent storage.
- Define Operating System → Software that manages hardware and software resources.
Important Long Questions
- Explain the characteristics of a computer: - Speed, Accuracy, Automation, Storage, Connectivity.
- Explain types of software with examples: - System Software (OS, Drivers), Application Software
(MS Word, Games).
- Describe the generations of computers: - 1st Generation (Vacuum Tubes), 2nd (Transistors), 3rd
(IC), 4th (Microprocessors), 5th (AI based).
- Explain Input and Output devices with examples.
- Explain primary memory and secondary memory with examples.
MCQs (with Answers)
- Father of Computer → Charles Babbage
- Binary system uses base → 2
- One byte = → 8 bits
- GUI stands for → Graphical User Interface
- ALU stands for → Arithmetic Logic Unit
- The brain of the computer → CPU
- Which memory is volatile? → RAM
- Hard disk is an example of → Secondary Storage
- MS Word is an example of → Application Software
- Linux is an example of → Operating System
Past Papers Important Questions
- Differentiate between Hardware and Software with examples.
- Explain primary and secondary storage devices.
- Describe the five generations of computers.
- Write short notes on Input and Output devices.
- Explain characteristics of a good computer system.