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Term Of The Day: Computer WHAT IS A COMPUTER? A computer is a programmable machine. The two principal characteristics of a computer are: It responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner, and it can execute a prerecorded list of instructions (a program). Modern computers are electronic and digital. The actual machinery wires, transistors, and circuits are called hardware; the instructions and data are called software. All general-purpose computer systems require the following hardware components: Memory: Memory enables a computer to store, at least temporarily, data and programs. Mass storage device: This allows a computer to permanently retain large amounts of data. Common mass storage devices include solid state drives (SSDs) or disk drives and tape drives. Input device: Usually a keyboard and mouse, the input device is the conduit through which data and instructions enter a computer. Output device: An output device is a display screen, printer, or other device that lets you see what the computer has accomplished. Central processing unit (CPU): The heart of the computer, this is the component that actually executes instructions. A motherboard: This component allows all of the other components to communicate with one another. WHEN WAS THE FIRST COMPUTER INVENTED? The first mechanical computer was developed in the early 19th century by Charles Babbage, an English engineer, and Ada Lovelace, a mathematician. At the computer’s core was the Difference Engine, which was responsible for making calculations using multiple sets of numbers printing the outputs. The first digital computer was the Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC). The ABC was developed in 1942 by Iowa State University professor John Vincent Atanasoff and graduate student Cliff Berry. This computer used vacuum tubes to make binary computations and processed Boolean logic. However, the ABC lacked a CPU and was, therefore, not programmable. Subsequent computer evolutions added programming capabilities, RAM, transistors, microprocessors, and portability as key characteristics. |
A: There are four levels of apprenticeships: intermediate, advanced, higher, and degree.
A: An apprenticeship gives you hands-on experience, a salary and the opportunity to train while you work as an apprentice.
A: The short answer to that question is no, not if you put the effort in; you don't necessarily have to jump through hoops to become an apprentice. In fact, some don't require any prior qualifications.
A: 26 of the top 100 most applied for apprenticeships were in accountancy. 22 were across IT, software, digital and digital marketing roles.
A: As an apprentice, you will be paid for time spent training or studying for your apprenticeship. This means that Apprentices must spend at least 20% of their normal working hours training. The training can take place: at their place of work.
A: You can start an apprenticeship at any level. Depending on the level, some apprenticeships may: require previous qualifications such as an English or maths GCSE. give extra training in the English or maths skills needed so you're at the right level.
A: Low Pay. Apprentices typically receive significantly lower pay than certified or professional workers, despite often sharing in the same basic projects and tasks
Minimal Recognition
Work Limitations
A: Apprentices can start work as young as 16 and apprenticeships are generally for a minimum of 30 hours per week. The Working Time Regulations 1998 state that young workers should not work more than eight hours a day and 40 hours a week and don't normally work at night.F
A: 19 to 24-year-olds account for 30.5% (106,300). Apprentices aged 25 and over account for 47.4% (165,300).
A: Apprentices who fail one or more assessment method will be offered the opportunity to take a resit or a retake.
