Cambridge Technicals Level 3 IT LO1 Computer Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What are three examples of Computer Systems?
A
Desktop Computer, Laptop and a Smartphone
2
Q
How do quantum computers run without using binary logic?
A
They use qubits (which can be a 1, 0 or both)
3
Q
What is a mainframe computer?
A
Large powerful computers used for large-scale tasks which are extremely reliable due to a team of technicians constantly checking on them
4
Q
What is an embedded system?
A
When a smaller computer system is installed within a larger device
5
Q
What are three examples of embedded systems?
A
ATM’s, Washing Machines and Calculators
