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Components of Computers and Computer System and Functions

A computer system consists of interconnected hardware components for processing, storing, inputting, and outputting data. The five main components are input, processing, storage, output, and communication devices. Input devices enter data into the central processing unit and include keyboards and pointing devices like mice. Keyboards contain alphanumeric keys for typing and function keys for commands. Mice contain buttons and a wheel to control a pointer on the screen for selecting items.

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Components of Computers and Computer System and Functions

A computer system consists of interconnected hardware components for processing, storing, inputting, and outputting data. The five main components are input, processing, storage, output, and communication devices. Input devices enter data into the central processing unit and include keyboards and pointing devices like mice. Keyboards contain alphanumeric keys for typing and function keys for commands. Mice contain buttons and a wheel to control a pointer on the screen for selecting items.

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Components of computers and computer system and

functions

A computer system is a collection of interconnected devices that process, store, and input data
and information.

At least one digital processing unit is used in today's computer systems.


Input, Processing, Storage, Output, and Communication devices are the five main hardware
components in a computer system.

DEVICES FOR INPUTS

Data or instructions are entered into the central processing unit using these devices.
They're divided into groups based on how they enter data.

a) ESSENTIAL DEVICES

Are devices that use a set of keys to enter data into a computer, such as a keyboard, key-to-
storage, or keypad.

The computer keyboard

A computer's main input device is a keyboard (which looks like a typewriter).

It has three different sorts of keys: alphanumeric, special, and function keys.

All alphabets, numerals, and special symbols such as $, percent, @, and A are typed using
alphanumeric keys.
Special keys such as:

Depending on the software, function keys such as: and so on are utilized to issue special
commands.

F5 in an internet browser reloads a page.

Only after working on a computer can you fully comprehend the function of each and every key.

An electronic signal is generated when any key is pressed.

The way the keys are arranged


Based on their function, the keys on your keyboard can be split into many groups:

(Alphanumeric) keys for typing.


The letter, number, punctuation, and symbol keys are the same as on a classic typewriter.

(Control) keys are unique.


To accomplish various operations, these keys can be used alone or in combination with other ke
ys.
CTRL, ALT, the Windows key, and ESC are the most commonly used control keys.

The function keys are located on the left side of the keyboard.
Specific actions are performed using the function keys.
F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11, F12, F13, F14, F15, F16, F17, F
These keys have different functions depending on the application.

Keys for cursor movement (navigation).


These keys are used to navigate documents and Web pages, as well as to modify text.
The arrow keys, HOME, END, PAGE UP, PAGE DOWN, DELETE, INSERT, and ARROW KEYS are
among them.

Keypad with digits.


The numeric keypad is useful for swiftly entering numbers.
Like a traditional calculator or adding machine, the keys are arranged together in a block.
a similar image

B. DEVICES FOR POINTING

Are devices that use a pointer on the screen to enter data and commands into a computer.
By pointing to or clicking on the things to be entered, they are selected.
Mice, joysticks, touch-sensitive screens, and trackballs are just a few examples.

I THE MICKEY

A mouse is a little gadget that is used to select items on your computer screen by pointing at
them.
Although mice appear in a variety of shapes, the typical mouse resembles a real mouse.
It's small and oblong, with a long wire that looks like a tail connecting it to the system unit and a
connector that can be PS/2 or USB.

Some of the more recent mice are wireless.

A mouse usually has two buttons: a main (usually the left) and a secondary (usually the right).
Many mice also contain a wheel in the middle of the two buttons that allows you to smoothly br
owse between information screens.
When you move your hand over the mouse, a pointer appears on your screen that moves in the
same direction.
(The look of the pointer may vary based on where it is on your screen.)

When you wish to pick something, point to it and then push and release the primary button.

The most common way to interact with your computer is by pointing and clicking with your
mouse.

Mice come in a variety of shapes and sizes:

A mouse usually has two buttons: a primary (usually on the left) and a secondary (usually on the
right) (usually the right).
A wheel in the centre of the two buttons of many mice allows you to seamlessly navigate betwee
n information screens.

A pointer appears on your screen that moves in the same direction as your hand goes over the
mouse.

(The appearance of the pointer varies depending on where it is on your screen.)

To choose something, simply point to it and then press and release the primary button.

Pointing and clicking with your mouse is the most frequent way to interact with your computer.
Mice come in a wide range of sizes and shapes:

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