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Introduction to Computer
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Introduction to Computer
Asked in 2081.2Short Question5 Marks
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Differentiate between mainframe and super computers. [5]
Differentiate between Mainframe and Super Computers
Mainframe computers are large, powerful machines designed for bulk data processing and transaction handling, while Super computers are the fastest computers designed for complex scientific calculations and simulations.
| Feature | Mainframe Computer | Super Computer |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Designed for large-scale data processing, transaction handling, and multi-user tasks | Designed for high-speed complex calculations and scientific research |
| Speed | Fast, but slower than supercomputers | Fastest computers in the world (measured in FLOPS) |
| Users | Supports thousands of simultaneous users | Typically used by a few scientists/researchers at a time |
| Application | Banking, insurance, census, airline reservations | Weather forecasting, nuclear research, space exploration, molecular modeling |
| Processing Style | Focuses on I/O operations and handling massive volumes of data | Focuses on parallel processing for numerical computations |
| Cost | Expensive, but less than supercomputers | Most expensive computers available |
| Example | IBM z-Series, IBM 4381 | PARAM, Cray X1, Fugaku |
Conclusion: Mainframes excel at handling multiple tasks and users simultaneously, while supercomputers are built purely for maximum computational speed in solving complex problems.
Asked in 2081.2Short Question5 Marks
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Describe the components of computer. [5]
Asked in 2081Short Question5 Marks
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What is computer? Explain the Characteristics of Computer. [5]
Asked in 2081Long Question10 Marks
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What are the components of general-purpose computer? Draw the block diagram of general-purpose computer? Explain function of PC, IR and AC registers. [10]
Asked in 2080Short Question5 Marks
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What are the key features of fourth Generation of computer? Explain. [5]
Asked in 2079Short Question5 Marks
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What are the key features of fourth Generation of computer? Explain. [5]
Asked in 2079Long Question10 Marks
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What is computer? Draw and explain the block diagram of Digital computer. [10]
Asked in 2078Short Question5 Marks
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What are the key features of Fifth Generation of computer? Explain [5]
Asked in 2078Long Question5+5 Marks
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What are the main functions of Digital computer? Draw and explain the block diagram of Digital computer. [5+5]
Asked in 2077Long Question8+2 Marks
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List and describe the characteristics of the computer. Explain the significant limitations of the computer. [8+2]
ModelShort Question5 Marks
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What are the components of general-purpose computer? Draw the block diagram of General-purpose computer. [5]