Storing programs and data in computer was termed as:
Correct answer: A. stored program computer
- A. stored program computer
- B. Data storage
- C. Stored computer
- D. Program storage
Explanation
The term "stored program computer" refers to a fundamental concept in modern computing where both programs and data are stored in electronically accessible memory. This allows the computer to flexibly change its behavior by loading different programs.
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