Using Computers in Defence

The development and widespread use of computers, computer software, and computer hardware have benefited businesses, schools, families, and even the military. Computers play a crucial role in the teaching and training of military personnel. Those with a focus on military communication can receive practical training in a real-world environment by using computers in communication. Computers are used in military schools to assess pupils' abilities.

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Computer Used in Defence

What Kind of Information Helps during the War?

• These days, assault missiles are also controlled by computers.

• Ballistic missile flight and targeting are controlled by software.

• Atomic bomb access is also managed using the software.

The division between those who start wars and those who are attacked, made possible by automated weapons systems, is one of computing's key functions. Computers play a key role in the technical weaponry systems that shield military forces from the pain and suffering of combat.

There were numerous different types of specialised computers used during World War II and Technology had a big impact on World War II. Major advancements in a number of sectors, including Weaponry, which includes ships, vehicles, submarines, aircraft, tanks, artillery, small arms, and biological, chemical, and atomic weapons, were made for military use.

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Use of Computers in Weaponry in World War II

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Use of Computers in Submarines in World War II

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Use of Computers in Vehicles in World War II

Trigonometry was employed by computers to assist submariners in timing the launch of their torpedoes at rapidly moving targets. On surface ships, the proliferation of these devices improved gun accuracy.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Computers in the Military

New advantages for infantry and armour are being created with the use of computer technology. such as guided munition systems, explosive and rocket defence systems for tanks or APCs, sophisticated biosensors for troops, 3D-printed weapons, and other obvious developments in soldier technology.

Advantages

• Weaponry is more precise.

• Improved communication skills.

• Ability to shoot and fly in inclement weather and low-light conditions.

• The capacity to recognize friendly forces.

• Military soldiers can engage the adversary at a safer distance thanks to technology.

Disadvantages

• Infantry may rely too heavily on contemporary rifle optics.

• Technology costs money.

• Pilot assistance computers might break down.

• Computers may increase the weight of persons and vehicles.

• Both sides of the war are at risk from weaponry's rising potency.

Applications of Computer Technology in Defence

Computers are used extensively in the subject of defence. them being:

• Missile controlling: Computers are used to operate missiles and establish their targets. They are used to track missiles, designate targets, determine when missiles will strike certain targets, and other things.

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Computer Technology in Missile

• Controlling of defence vehicles: To accurately aim tanks and some IAF aircraft, the defence personnel employ computers.

• GPS tracking: Military personnel utilise computers to monitor other phone numbers and voicemails. Knowing if the rival firm has put up a bomb trap, etc., may be useful.

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GPS Tracking by Military Personnel

• Records of every military member: Computers are used to keep the records of every soldier. They are helpful for their advertising and medical records.

• Protection from incoming missiles: We will be able to detect any approaching missiles from other nations and respond to their strikes.

Points to Remember   

• Computers play a crucial role in the teaching and training of military personnel.

• The computer is used to store information about the adversaries, their weapons, methods of assault, etc.

• In order to control missiles and determine their targets, computers are employed.

• Defence personnel use computers to precisely aim tanks and some IAF aircraft.

Learning by Doing

1. List any two military applications for computers.

Ans: New advantages for infantry and armour are being created with the use of computer technology. such as guided munition systems, explosive and rocket defence systems for tanks or APCs, sophisticated biosensors for troops, 3D-printed weapons, and other obvious developments in soldier technology.

2. What kind of computer is used in the military?

1. Hybrid computers.

2. Personal computers.

3. Analogue computers.

4. Digital computers.

Ans: Hybrid computers are the right response. The national military uses hybrid computers to manage radar and aviation traffic. Computers that combine elements of analogue and digital computing are known as hybrid computers.

Sample Questions

1. Computers are frequently employed in the military industry. Utilising computers to control missiles

1. Describe your foes in detail.

2. During a war, spread information.

2. Which of the assertions is accurate?

1. I and II                                       

2. II and III

3. All of these                                         

4. Only III  

Ans:

The correct option is (C)  

Computers are employed in defence to manage missiles, store data on adversaries, etc.

Inappropriate Choices:

1. Statements I and (II) are the only ones that are incorrect; statement (III) is also true.

2. Statement I is also valid, but only assertions (II) and (III) are incorrect.

      (D) Only statement (III) is incorrect; the other two are true as well.

3. The applications of computers in defence are listed below.

1. Preserve client records.

2. Purchase your tickets now.

3. Provide details regarding missiles.

Decide on the proper application.

1. I and II.                                                          

2. Only III.

3. II and III.                                                          

4. All of these 

Ans: The correct option is (B)

Most of the work in the defence sector is done by the computer such as keeping information about different weapons, making plans, etc.

Inappropriate Choices:

(A) I and II  are untrue.

(C) While III is the proper use of a computer in defence, II is improper.

(D) All of these computer protection tactics are incorrect.

Summary

New advantages for infantry and armour are being created with the use of computer technology such as guided munition systems, explosive and rocket defence systems for tanks or APCs, sophisticated biosensors for soldiers, 3D-printed weapons, and other obvious developments in soldier technology.