Explanation

• An algorithm is a step-by-step set of rules to solve a problem.
• It is used in programming and computer science.
• Algorithms must be clear, finite, and logical.
• Every computer program is based on an algorithm.
• It works like a recipe to reach a solution.

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Explanation

• The transfer of data from one place to another is called data communication.
• It involves sending data through a communication medium like cables or wireless signals.

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Explanation

• An Operating System (OS) is system software.
• It manages computer hardware and provides a platform for running application software.
• It acts as an interface between the user and computer hardware.

Functions of an Operating System:

• Allocates resources
• Monitors activities
• Manages disks and files

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Explanation

• Ctrl + A: Select All

Additional information:

• Ctrl + C: Copy
• Ctrl + V: Paste
• Ctrl + X: Cut
• Ctrl + Z: Undo

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Explanation

• DOCX is the newer version of DOC, the original official Microsoft Word file format. 
• Microsoft Word 97 - 2003 Document extension (.doc).
• Microsoft Word 2007 to till date Document extension (.docx).

Additional information:

• .xls extension of Excel.
• .ppt extension of PowerPoint.
• .txt extension of Text files.
• .pdf extension of Portable Document Format.

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