Computer fundamentals
- 1. COC 1: Install and Configure Computer System
- 2. • is a programmable device that stores, retrieves, and processes data. • The term "computer" was originally given to humans (human computers) who performed numerical calculations using mechanical calculators. Computer Fundamentals What is Computer?
- 3. • Comes from the Latin word “computare”. • To add, to calculate, to sum up. • Programmable machines that converts raw data into useful information. Computer Fundamentals What is Computer?
- 5. • Data converted to a meaningful format. Computer Fundamentals What is Information?
- 6. • Four (4) Units of Computer Input Unit Storage Unit Processing Unit Output Unit Computer Fundamentals How the Computer Works?
- 7. • This unit is used for entering data and programs into the computer system by the user for processing. Computer Fundamentals Input Unit
- 8. • Is used for storing data and instructions before and after processing Computer Fundamentals Storage Unit
- 9. • The task of performing operations like arithmetic and logical operations Computer Fundamentals Processing Unit
- 10. • Is used for storing the result as output produced by the computer after processing. Computer Fundamentals Output Unit
- 11. Computer Fundamentals Diagram INPUT UNIT • Mouse • Keyboard PROCESSING UNIT • CPU (Central Processing Unit) Arithmetic Logic Unit Control Unit OUTPUT UNIT • Printer • Monitor STORAGE UNIT • Hard Disk Drive • Memory • Flash Drive
- 12. • Speed • Accuracy • Storage Space • Diligence • Versatility • Memory Computer Fundamentals Characteristics
- 13. • A computer can perform millions of calculations in a seconds. Characteristics of Computer Speed
- 14. • Computer works with precision every time. Characteristics of Computer Accuracy
- 15. • Computer can store billions of bytes of information. – Capacity if 1 Terabyte = 2,000,000 songs. Characteristics of Computer Storage Space
- 16. • A Computer can work continuously without getting tired. Characteristics of Computer Diligence
- 17. • Computer can be used to perform various tasks at the same time. Characteristics of Computer Versatility
- 18. • A computer will remember the information stored for as long as it is needed. Characteristics of Computer Memory
- 19. • Multitasking • Speed • Cost/Stores huge amount of data • Accuracy • Data Security Computer Fundamentals Advantages
- 20. • Virus and Hacking attacks • Online Cyber Crimes • Reduction in employment opportunity Computer Fundamentals Disadvantages
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