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pseudocode for a sandwich:

NEEDED
1) bread
2) Mayo
3) Ham
4) Tomato

STEPS
1) the computer needs to place the bread down and place mayo on both slices
2) the computer needs to then place ham on both slices of bread
3) the computer needs to cut the tomato and place slices on one slice of the bread.
4) the computer must put both pieces of bread together
5) cut to the users preference (vertically or diagonally)

1. What fractional part of a second is a microsecond? A nanosecond?
a Microsecond is one millionth of a second, and a Nanosecond is one billionth of a second.
2. Why are computers considered to be extremely accurate devices?
because computers will only make a mistake if ti is programmed into the program that its running.
3. What factors have contributed to the modern computer's increased durability and reliability?
technological advances that have made them suitable for all enviroments.
4. What is a general purpose computer?
a computer that can be used for just about any situation.
5. Why are modern computers considered (for the most part) to be cost-effective devices?
because they weigh little andonly cost about $3000
6. How have computers participated in their own development?
because of its computational and logical capabilities.
7. Why should data be verified both before and after being entered into the computer?
To make sure it is correct and to ensure that they are ready to save.
8. Identify the basic functions of the information-processing cycle.
its the process of sharing information from the computer to the human user.
9. What are the most important characteristics of computer-generated output?
It allows the user to acess information stored.
10. Explain the difference between computer hardware and computer software.
hardware are the actual devices that make the computer run and software are the prgrams used to operate your system.
11. Explain the difference between an input device, a processor, a storage device, and an output device.
an imput device is something it input info. like a keyboard, a processor is something that processes meaningful information, a storage devide is a harddrive or jumpdrive to srote info. and an output device is something like a monitor.
12. Explain the difference between a system program and an application program.
a system program is something that runs the computers hardware and an application program is a program that does a user-defined task.
13. Briefly explain how a computer system works.
a computer system gathers input then it uses it to give us an outcome or certain output that we understand.
14. Describe the differences between a microcomputer, a minicomputer, a mainframe computer, and a special-purpose computer. A mainframe is a computer that is among the largest, fastest, or most powerful of those available at a given time.
A microcomputer is a digital computer whose central processing unit consists of a microprocessor, and a single semiconductor integrated circuit chip.
A mini computer is considered to be more capable than a microcomputer but less powerful than a mainframe.
A special purpose computer is a digital or analog computer designed to be especially efficient in a certain class of applications.
15. Describe the differences between a personal computer and a portable computer.
A personal computer is a home computer for personal use.A portable computer is a computer that can be moved from place to place.
16. Identify at least three uses of special-purpose computers.
There are many uses for special purpose computer. Here are a few : Server control, Military, and Animation.
17. What is an information utility service?
An information utility service offers information anytime to the user.
18. Describe how computers can provide better service for bank customers.
Computers allow banks to never close and get things done fast an accurate.
19. How may computers be used in the home?
They can be used for communication, entertainment, and working at home
20. What are some ways the computer is used in dealing with the weather and environment?
Computers can monitor the weather and output where there is a change.
21. How have computers affected transportation?
Computers have helped transportation by accurately using the stop light system.
22. How have computers contributed to improved community services?
Computers are used in transportation, weather, hospitals, etc.
23. Describe ways in which computers improve medical and health care as well as the quality of life for those who are ill or disabled.
Computers accurately monitor the condition of patients. They can also accurately output peoples hart rates and so on.
24. What are the advantages to humans of having computers perform routine and dangerous tasks?
It prevents death and people don't get hurt.
25. Identify at least six uses of computers (other than those given in the text) in our society or everyday living.

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Computers have changed on the past ten years very drastically. A decade ago people would have never thought that computers would be as wide-spread as they are now, you can practially find one or more PC's in any given household. The speed and memory of computers have grown and the size of them have gotten smaller. In the next ten years i expect for computers to become even faster and to be able to store more information.