Computer Science Words
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What is an 'algorithm'?
About Computer Science Words
Give your memory a workout with Computer Science Words: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Decode the language of computing, from algorithms and data structures to programming concepts and digital technology. Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. What is an 'algorithm'?
Answer: A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or performing a task
2. What does 'bandwidth' refer to in computing?
Answer: The maximum rate of data transfer across a network
3. What is a 'byte'?
Answer: A unit of digital information equal to 8 bits
4. What does 'debugging' mean?
Answer: The process of finding and fixing errors in a program
5. What is 'encryption'?
Answer: Converting data into a coded form to prevent unauthorized access
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