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- 1Define a computer systemA computer system is a device which is able to take in inputs, process the data and give an output.
- 2Describe the importance of computer systems in the modern world- used in everything
- from washing to smartphones to cars
- play games
- medical technology
-used in almost everything we do - 3Define: The reliability of a computer systemThe probability that a computer will be able to produce the correct output in a given timeframe
- 4Give 4 consequences of an unreliable computer system for a companyUnreliability could cause:
- loss of revenue
- dissatisfied users
- damage to reputation
- fines for breaking the law - 5Define: StandardsAn agreed way of building programs and software etc so they can be used on different systems and in different countries
- 6Give 2 advantages of having these standards- A widely compatible program/product will be more popular
- makes working with other people simpler if compatible - 7Describe De Facto ("In fact" in latin) standards and give examples- Standards which have been accepted as the best standard for their purpose
- Often have proven record for being reliable and efficient
- EG. HTML or MP3 - 8Describe De Jure ("The right" in latin) standards and give examples- Standards which have been approved by formal authorities
- Are critically assessed to be approved
- EG. ASCII Character set, USB, HDMI - 9Name the 2 types of standardsProprietary and Open
- 10Describe proprietary standards
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- GCSE Computing (1. Fundamentals of computer systems) Karteikarten am Ohne Titel, erstellt von Chloe Stevens am 20/04/2016.
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