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The document discusses 4 methods of data processing: 1. Manual data processing involves performing all calculations and operations by hand without any machines. This was used before computers but some small organizations may still use it. 2. Mechanical data processing uses mechanical machines like calculators to perform calculations faster and with fewer errors compared to manual processing. 3. Electronic data processing performs all processing using computers. It is the fastest method and can process large amounts of data easily. Most organizations now use this method. 4. The 4th method discussed is not clearly defined but refers to future advanced processing beyond current electronic methods. It implies processing will be even faster, handle larger data volumes, and have fewer limitations than existing

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Data Processing

The document discusses 4 methods of data processing: 1. Manual data processing involves performing all calculations and operations by hand without any machines. This was used before computers but some small organizations may still use it. 2. Mechanical data processing uses mechanical machines like calculators to perform calculations faster and with fewer errors compared to manual processing. 3. Electronic data processing performs all processing using computers. It is the fastest method and can process large amounts of data easily. Most organizations now use this method. 4. The 4th method discussed is not clearly defined but refers to future advanced processing beyond current electronic methods. It implies processing will be even faster, handle larger data volumes, and have fewer limitations than existing

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MANUAL DATA PROCESSING

In this type, everything is done by hand. All types of calculations, processing, and operations,
required to convert data into information, are performed by human beings. No machine is
involved at any stage. This type was used before the invention of computers and other
machines like calculators. But some small organizations may still use this type.

Example

A bookseller runs his shop. During the day, he sells different books and gets the price of a
book from the customer. He stores the record of all transactions as data in the register. At the
end of the day, he wants to know the following information:

 How many books I sell today


 How much profit I got
 The number of books that remained in the stock etc.

To find the above information, he will use the data stored in the register. He will process the
data using pen and paper to calculate total profit and other information. This is called manual
data processing.

Advantages

 Detailed distress information can be collected


 Simple to conduct
 No capital expenditures required

Disadvantages

 Resource intensive
 High safety risk
 Potential for high variability in the data without strong training programs and quality
control checks
2. MECHANICAL DATA PROCESSING

In this type, different calculations and processing are performed with mechanical machines
like a calculator The use of mechanical machines makes it easier and faster. The chances of
errors are far less than manual data processing. What is Mechanical Data Processing? In
Mechanical Data Processing, data is processed without human intervention using machines
and computers to automate the process. This includes using simple devices such as
calculators, typewriters, etc..

In the above example, it is very difficult for the bookseller to process the data all by hand. If
he uses a calculator instead of just paper and pencil, the process will become very easy and
will be complete in very little time.

ADVANTAGES OF MECHANICAL DATA PROCESSING


 Speed
 Analyse large amounts of data
 Takes less time

DISADVANTAGES OF MECHANICAL DATA PROCESSING


 Complexity of the code can cause problems
 Programs are liable to bugs which may effect the data
3. ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING

In this type, all calculations and processing are performed by the computer. The input of data
is given to the computer, which converts this data into information by applying the required
processing. In computers, different software packages are used for data processing.

It takes far less time than other data processing techniques. The information produced by
electronic data processing is more reliable. That’s why most organizations, these days, use
electronic data processing rather than manual or mechanical data processing.

Example

Suppose there are 1000 students in a college. The college has to maintain a huge volume of
students data. If we want to know the students who have not submitted their fees, we will
have to search the forms of all students in the manual data processing. It will take so much.
But if we use electronic data processing, the same task will be done in a few seconds.

Advantages

 It is more efficient.
 It is less time-consuming.
 A large amount of data can be processed easily.
 It is more reliable.
 It is more flexible and information can be presented in different styles.
 Chances of errors are less than other ways of processing.

Disadvantages

 Large power consumption.


 Occupies large memory.
 The cost of installation is high.
 Wastage of memory.
NAME OF SCHOOL
FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC, EDE

DEPARTMENT
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

NAME OF STUDENT
ADEBIYI VICTOR ADEBAYO

MATRIC NO.
ME20220102692

LEVEL
ND 1 FT

COURSE TITLE
ICT

COURSE CODE
MEC 114

LECTURER
ENGR. OSUNSEYI
ASSIGNMENT
EXPLAIN 4 METHODS OF DATA PROCESSING

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