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Introduction Computer

A computer is an electronic device capable of performing arithmetic and logical operations through programming. It has characteristics like accuracy, speed, data storage and retrieval, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks. Computers can be classified by type (analog, digital, hybrid), use (scientific, business), size (supercomputers to laptops), and elements (hardware, software, peopleware, firmware, dataware). The generic computer architecture includes a CPU with an ALU and CU for processing, and primary and secondary memory units for data storage and input/output.

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Introduction Computer

A computer is an electronic device capable of performing arithmetic and logical operations through programming. It has characteristics like accuracy, speed, data storage and retrieval, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks. Computers can be classified by type (analog, digital, hybrid), use (scientific, business), size (supercomputers to laptops), and elements (hardware, software, peopleware, firmware, dataware). The generic computer architecture includes a CPU with an ALU and CU for processing, and primary and secondary memory units for data storage and input/output.

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Introduction: COMPUTER

DEFINITION: Computer

Is a special type of electronic calculating device that is capable of


performing arithmetic and logical operations based on different
programming languages and applications.
Characteristics:

1. It is accurate.
2. It is into high speed processing.
3. It can store and retrieve information.
4. It perform arithmetic and logical operations.
5. It can do repeated tasks.
Classifications of Computers:

1. According to TYPES:
a. Analog Computers
b. Digital Computers
c. Hybrid Computers
2. According to USES:
a. Scientific Computers
b. Business-oriented Computers
Classifications of Computers:

3. According to SIZES:
a. Super Computers
b. Mainframe Computers
c. Mini Computers
d. Micro Computers (desktop)
e. Laptop Computers
f. Pen-based Computers
Limitations:

1. It CANNOT create its own idea.


2. It CANNOT combine ideas to form new ideas.
3. It can detect errors but CANNOT completely correct them.
4. It needs periodic maintenance.
5. It experiences breakdowns such as fluctuations and even power
losses.
Elements of Computers:

1. Hardware - peripherals
2. Software – 2Kinds:
a. System Software –OS (Operation System), windows
b. Application Software
3. Peopleware – User / Programmers / Developers
4. Firmware
5. Dataware
Generic Architecture of Computers:

CPU

ALU

CU REGISTER
INPUT OUTPUT
PRIMARY MEMORY
UNIT

SECONDARY MEMORY
UNIT
Parts of Computers:

1. Input – information being fed to the CPU


2. CPU – Central Processing Unit
it is responsible for all the computer’s activities.
3. ALU – Arithmetic Logic Unit
it is responsible for computations and decision making
4. CU – Control Unit
it is responsible for CPU’s activities.
5. Register – temporary storage data
6. Primary Memory Unit – internal storage of data.
RAM(data temporarily saved)/ROM (data permanently saved)
Deep Freeze
7. Secondary Memory Unit – external storage of data. CD MD
8. Output – desired information.

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