Capabilities, limitation, advantages & disadvantages of computer

3. What are the capabilities, limitations, advantages and disadvantages of computer?

Capabilities of Computer

 i.  It is capable of performing calculations at an extremely high speed

 ii. It is capable of generating accurate result when the inputs are accurate

 iii.It is capable of storing huge amount of data permanently

 iv.It is capable of performing different types of task in different areas with minimum changes

 v. It is capable of performing same task for multiple times with same accuracy and in same processing time

 vi.It is capable of performing task automatically after required instruction and data are provided

Limitations of Computer

    i. It cannot operate without electricity

    ii.It cannot perform any task by itself

    iii.It cannot learn, think, reason or react like humans

     iv. It is under the control of human ware.

     v. It cannot make its own decision for solving problems.

Advantages of Computer

     i.   It is always accurate and reliable than humans

     ii.   it is the fastest device and hence save our time and money

     iii.  It is diligence device

     iv.  It can be used for communication among many users

     v.   It is versatile i.e. it can be used in many fields with minimum changes

Disadvantages of Computer

     i.    It has been used for cyber crimes like hacking, creating & spreading viruses, etc.

     ii.   It is machine dependent

     iii.  Repair and maintenance is required frequently

     iv.  It is still unaffordable to every household due to it’s high cost

     v.   Skilled manpower is must to work in computer

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