Задание 1. Ответьте на вопросы.

1. (According to the Webster's dictionary) Hardware means 1) ware made of metal or 2) major items of equipment or their components used for a particular purpose such as a) military equipment and b) the physical components of a vehicle or an apparatus.
2. There are 4 groups of hardware: 1) input hardware; 2) processing hardware; 3) output hardware; 4) storage hardware.
3. Input hardware is used to input raw data such as text, images and audio recordings. For example, a keyboard or a microphone.
4. The computer mouse was designed to increase computer usability.
5. Processing is the core function of a computer. It is the stage where the raw data is transformed into information. The most common components of processing hardware are the Central Processing Unit (CPU, the 'brain' of a PC) and main memory.
6. The storage hardware consists of components that store and retain data temporary or permanently. There are 2 types of storage devices: a primary storage (RAM) and a secondary storage (hard drive) which can be removable, internal or external.
7. A modem is a hardware device that connects a computer or a router to a network so that a user can communicate with other people. But you can still get an access to the internet without a modem. You will need a network card, a dedicated line and an internet provider. Besides, you can use Wi-Fi network or a cell phone connected to your PC.

Задание 2. Какие из приведенных ниже утверждений верны/неверны?

1. False. It is the purpose of the Processing hardware.
2. True. It is used to input images which are graphic information.
3. False. CPU actually does read and interprets the software (and any other data). Although, it doesn't print it. Output hardware does.
4. True. It contains necessary data (every software and system).
5. False. Printer is an example of output software.
6. True.
7. True.

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