IB Computer Science 7.1 Control Key Definitions

An entity that can perceive its environment through sensors and act upon it using effectors. They operate with a degree of independence, following algorithms to achieve specific goals

A control system that relies on a single central computer to manage all processing and decision-making

The ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously.

A combination of devices and algorithms that automate tasks by monitoring and manipulating the environment

A control system that spreads processing and decision-making across multiple independent nodes

The process of using output data as input to adjust future actions

Mechanisms that use the results of previous actions to adjust future behaviour, helping the system improve or maintain performance

Hardware components that capture data from the environment and convert it into a form that a computer system can process

Integrated circuits that perform arithmetic, logic, and control operations

A basic unit containing data and one or more pointers.

A system that automatically monitors and manages physical processes (like temperature, speed, or pressure) to maintain desired output

Components that analyse the data from sensors and decide what actions to take in the context of control systems