Chapter-2, What Is Computer
Chapter-2, What Is Computer
Computer is a device that transforms data into meaningful information. Data can
be anything like marks obtained by you in various subjects. It can also be name,
age, sex, weight, height, etc. of all the students in a class.
A computer can
i) accept data,
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2) it stores data,
2. Input (Data):
Input is the raw information entered into a computer from the input devices. It is
the collection of letters, numbers, images etc.
3. Process:
Process is the operation of data as per given instruction. It is totally internal
process of the computer system.
4. Output:
Output is the processed data given by computer after data processing. Output is
also called as Result. We can save these results in the storage devices for the
future use.
Computers differ based on their data processing abilities. They are classified
according to purpose, data handling and functionality.