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Introduction to

Computer
Systems
Computers are the backbone of our digital world, enabling us to
efficiently process information, communicate, and automate various
tasks. This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of
computer systems, covering their hardware components, software,
networking, and cybersecurity considerations.
Hardware Components
Processor Memory Input/Output

The central processing unit RAM (Random Access Input devices like keyboards,
(CPU) is the brain of the Memory) stores data and mice, and scanners allow
computer, responsible for instructions for immediate users to interact with the
executing instructions and use, while storage devices computer, while output
performing calculations. like hard drives and SSDs devices like displays and
provide long-term data printers present the results.
storage.
Software and Operating
Systems
1 Operating 2 Application 3 System
Systems Software Software
The software that Programs designed for Low-level programs that
manages the computer's specific tasks, like word control the computer's
resources and provides processors, hardware and enable
a user interface, such as spreadsheets, web the operating system to
Windows, macOS, and browsers, and media function, such as device
Linux. players. drivers and utility
programs.
Memory and Storage
RAM 1
Volatile memory that stores data and
instructions for immediate access by
the processor. 2 Hard Disk Drives
Magnetic storage devices that provide
large-capacity, long-term data
Solid-State Drives 3 storage, but with slower access times.
Flash-based storage devices that
offer faster access times and
improved performance compared to
HDDs.
Input/Output Devices

Keyboard Mouse Display Printer


Primary input device Allows users to Provides visual Transforms digital
for text entry and navigate and interact output, displaying documents into
command input. with graphical user information and physical, printed
interfaces. multimedia content. copies.
Networking and
Communication

1 2 3

Local Area Wide Area Wireless


Network (LAN) Network (WAN) Networking
Interconnects devices within Connects LANs and devices Enables devices to
a small geographic area, over a large geographical communicate without
such as a home or office. area, often using the physical cables, using Wi-Fi
internet. or Bluetooth technologies.
Cybersecurity Considerations
Malware Protection Access Control
Safeguarding against viruses, ransomware, Ensuring that only authorized users and
and other malicious software that can devices can access the computer system
compromise the system. and its resources.

Data Encryption Backup and Recovery


Protecting sensitive information by Regularly backing up data to prevent loss
converting it into a coded format that can and having a plan to restore the system in
only be accessed with a decryption key. case of an incident.
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
Computer Systems Integrate hardware, software, and networking
to process information and enable digital
applications.

Components Include processors, memory, storage,


input/output devices, and communication
interfaces.

Software Includes operating systems, applications, and


system software that manage the computer's
resources.

Cybersecurity Protecting the system and data from threats,


such as malware, unauthorized access, and
data breaches.

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