Computers and information processing: accuracy, convenience, storage device, speed
Accuracy of data input is important. What method of data input would be best for each of the following situations and explain why:
Printed questionnaires
Telephone survey
Bank checks
Retail tags
Long documents
Convenience and quality of output are important. Explain what method of output would be best for each of the following situations and explain why:
Hand held computer
Color photograph
Resume
Memorandum
Statistical report
Company annual report
Different types of storage devices are optimal for different situations. Explain what situations are appropriate for the following devices and explain why:
Hard disk
Floppy disk
RAM
CD ROM
Tape
Explain the role of each of the following in determining the speed of a computer:
RAM
Clock speed
Data on hard disk
Data on CD ROM
Data on floppy disk