CHARACTERISTICS OF COMPUTERS

Computers have certain definite characteristics that make them unique. These characteristics include:

Speed: The computers have the ability to execute or carry out instructions at very great speed.
Accuracy: Computers per se do not make errors i.e. there is accuracy of work. Any error is usually caused by the human elements.
Storage: Computers can store large volume of data/information on secondary storage, which can be retrieved at a later time.
Consistency: Computers have the ability to consistently follow instructions without getting tired.
Repetitiveness: Computers have the ability to continue processing over an extended period.
Complexity: Computers have the ability to carry out very complex operations that beats the best human ability.
Diligence : Computer can work for hours without any break and creating error.
Versatility : We can use computer to perform completely different type of work at the same time.
NO IQ : Computer does not work without instruction.
No Feeling : Computer does not have emotions, knowledge, experience, feeling.
Power of Remembering: It can remember data for us.