IV. Read the following passage and answer the questions.
Today, computers are widely used and can be found in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, shops, hospitals, and schools. People rely on computers so heavily that many of them get frustrated and cannot work when computers are “down”. Nowadays, computers are so essential that they are utilised for everything from entertainment to navigation. Computers of today are much quicker, cheaper, and smaller than those of the past. Many modern computers are so small that they are the size of a deck of cards. Users can work from a variety of settings thanks to notebook computers, also known as “ultra-lights,” and hand-held Personal Data Assistants (PDAs). These computers’ ability to connect to several networks allows users to access information from any location with greater ease and control over their time.

Future computers will be smaller and faster than current models. They may have “smart” or artificial intelligence features like expert intelligence, neural network pattern recognition, or natural language capabilities, and they may be as small as coins. These features will make it simpler for users to interface with computers and manage a large amount of data from fax, email, Internet, and phone sources. Wearable computers, DNA computers, virtual reality gadgets, quantum computers, and optical computers are just a few examples of the cutting-edge applications that are emerging today.

Questions
Where can computers be found today?
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How do modern computers differ from older ones?
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What is the purpose of the passage?
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According to the passage, today’s computers are smaller, faster, and cheaper than those in the past. How does this benefit users?
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How could a student use a notebook computer to make studying more convenient?
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