Computer Components Homework Assignment

On a piece of paper write your name, UMU/BAM/MIS I, the name of the assignment, and date due.

Then answer the following questions (which may require you to consult books or other resources): [Total: 40 marks]

1. List two similarities and two differences between software and data. [4]
2. Compare the way the components of a computer system function with the general way our brain accepts, processes, and outputs data. [10]
3. Name five components normally found inside the system unit (computer case) and classify their functions as input, processing, output, storage or communication. [10]
4. Compare (qualitatively, by making a table) memory and disks in terms of storage capacity, speed, permanence, and cost per MB. [10]
5. Calculate (showing your work) approximately how many 20 KB Word documents could fit on the following disks: [6]
   1. a floppy disk
   2. a compact disc
   3. a 40 GB hard disk