Computers in

Daily Life
Computers and digital devices have become an integral part of
our daily lives, seamlessly integrating into a wide range of
activities and tasks. From productivity tools to entertainment
hubs, these versatile machines have revolutionized the way we
work, communicate, and engage with the world around us. In
this presentation, we'll explore the key roles that desktops,
laptops, and smartphones play in our everyday lives, as well as
the fascinating technology behind sound capture and
processing.
by esha hamdani
Desktops
Powerful Performance Versatility and Reliability and Longevity
Customization
Desktops offer unparalleled Desktops are generally more
computing power, making them Desktops are highly reliable and durable than their
ideal for resource-intensive tasks customizable, allowing users to portable counterparts, with the
such as video editing, 3D tailor their systems to their ability to accommodate
modeling, and high-end gaming. specific needs. From the choice upgrades and replacements over
With the ability to accommodate of components to the selection time. This helps extend the
powerful processors, ample of peripherals, desktops offer a lifespan of the device, making
memory, and dedicated graphics level of flexibility that enables desktops a cost-effective
cards, desktops deliver the users to create a computing solution for long-term computing
performance needed for experience tailored to their needs.
demanding applications and preferences and requirements.
workflows.
Laptops
Mobility and Portability Integrated Features Battery Life and Autonomy

Laptops offer the convenience of Laptops come equipped with a Advancements in battery
mobility, allowing users to work, variety of built-in features, technology have significantly
browse, and access information including cameras, microphones, improved the battery life of
from anywhere. Their compact and touchpads, which facilitate laptops, allowing users to work,
size and lightweight design seamless communication, stream, and browse for extended
make them easy to transport, collaboration, and multimedia periods without being tethered
enabling productivity on-the-go experiences. This integration of to a power source. This
and supporting a flexible work- hardware and software makes enhanced autonomy is a crucial
life balance. laptops a versatile choice for feature for those who require
various personal and mobility and flexibility in their
professional needs. computing needs.
Smartphones
1 Ubiquitous Communication 2 Multimedia Powerhouses
Smartphones have revolutionized the Smartphones have evolved into
way we communicate, enabling instant comprehensive multimedia devices,
access to voice calls, text messages, allowing users to capture high-quality
and a wide range of messaging photos and videos, stream music and
platforms. They have become an movies, and even edit content on-the-
indispensable tool for staying connected go. Their advanced cameras and
with friends, family, and colleagues, processing capabilities have made them
regardless of location. invaluable tools for both personal and
professional use.

3 Multifunctional Assistants
Smartphones have become digital assistants, providing access to a vast array of apps and
services that help users manage their daily tasks, access information, and even control
smart home devices. They have become an essential part of our daily lives, seamlessly
integrating with our routines and enhancing our productivity.
Microphone Data Acquisition
1 Sound Capture
The microphone is the primary device responsible for capturing sound waves in our
daily digital devices. It converts the acoustic energy of sound into electrical signals
that can be processed and recorded.

2 Analog-to-Digital Conversion
The electrical signals generated by the microphone are then converted from an
analog format to a digital format through an analog-to-digital converter (ADC). This
process allows the sound data to be represented as a series of discrete digital
samples that can be processed by a computer or digital device.

3 Signal Processing
Once the sound data has been digitized, it can undergo various signal processing
techniques, such as filtering, amplification, and noise reduction, to enhance the
quality and clarity of the recorded audio. These processes are crucial for delivering
high-fidelity sound in applications like music production, voice recognition, and
video conferencing.
Sound Capture

Transducer Analog Signal

The microphone is the primary transducer The vibrations of the microphone diaphragm
that converts acoustic energy into electrical produce an analog electrical signal that
signals. It achieves this through the vibration faithfully represents the original sound waves.
of a diaphragm, which responds to the This analog signal can be further processed
pressure changes caused by sound waves. and manipulated for various applications.

Digital Representation Computerized Processing

To enable digital processing and storage, the The digitized sound data can then be
analog signal from the microphone is processed by a computer or digital device,
converted into a digital format through an allowing for a wide range of operations such
analog-to-digital converter (ADC). This as filtering, amplification, and noise reduction.
process samples the analog signal at a This digital signal processing (DSP) is crucial
specific rate and converts it into a series of for delivering high-quality audio in various
discrete digital values. applications.
Analog-to-Digital Conversion

Continuous Analog Sampling Quantization Digital Data Stream

Signal
The analog signal is The continuous analog The series of quantized
The electrical signal from sampled at a specific rate, values are then quantized, digital values form a
the microphone is an known as the sampling or rounded, to the nearest digital data stream that
analog signal, meaning it rate, to capture discrete discrete digital value. This can be stored, processed,
is a continuous data points. The sampling process assigns a specific and transmitted by digital
representation of the rate determines the digital code to each devices. This digital
original sound waves. This number of samples taken sample, creating a digital representation enables a
analog signal can per second, which is representation of the wide range of digital
fluctuate continuously in crucial for preserving the original analog signal. signal processing and
both amplitude and integrity of the original audio applications.
frequency. sound.
Signal Processing
Filtering Amplification
Digital signal processing The digital audio signal can be
techniques, such as filtering, can amplified to increase the volume or
be used to remove unwanted adjust the overall level, ensuring
frequencies or noise from the audio that the sound is appropriately
signal, enhancing the clarity and scaled for playback or further
quality of the recorded sound. processing.

Noise Reduction Dynamic Range Control

Advanced signal processing Digital signal processing can also
algorithms can be employed to be used to manage the dynamic
identify and suppress unwanted range of the audio signal,
background noise, such as hissing preventing clipping or distortion
or static, resulting in a cleaner and and ensuring a balanced and
more natural-sounding audio consistent sound quality.
output.
Sound Card Operations
Analog-to-Digital Conversion The sound card's analog-to-digital
converter (ADC) transforms the analog
electrical signals from the microphone into
a digital data stream that can be processed
by the computer.
Digital Signal Processing The sound card's digital signal processing
(DSP) capabilities can be used to apply
various audio enhancements, such as
filters, equalizers, and effects, to the digital
audio data.
Digital-to-Analog Conversion When playing back audio, the sound card's
digital-to-analog converter (DAC) converts
the digital audio data back into an analog
electrical signal that can drive speakers or
headphones.
Input/Output Connectivity Sound cards typically provide a range of
input and output ports, allowing users to
connect microphones, speakers,
headphones, and other audio devices to
their computer.
Digital-to-Analog Conversion
Digital Audio Data
The digital audio data, which was previously converted from an analog signal, is fed
into the digital-to-analog converter (DAC) of the sound card.

Reconstruction
The DAC processes the digital samples and reconstructs an approximation of the
original analog waveform by generating a continuous electrical signal.

Analog Output
The analog electrical signal produced by the DAC can then be amplified and used to
drive speakers or headphones, allowing the user to hear the original sound.

Smoothing
To ensure a smooth and natural-sounding analog output, the DAC may also employ
filtering techniques to remove any unwanted artifacts or high-frequency components
resulting from the digital-to-analog conversion process.