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History of Computer

The document provides a history of computers from ancient calculating devices like the abacus to modern systems. It describes the evolution of computers from early mechanical calculators to the first digital computers and then classifications including personal computers, minicomputers, mainframes, supercomputers, and embedded systems. Key developments included the abacus in 600 BC, John Napier's Bones in the 17th century, and the invention of the digital computer. The document also defines different types of modern computers based on size, power, and intended use.

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History of Computer

The document provides a history of computers from ancient calculating devices like the abacus to modern systems. It describes the evolution of computers from early mechanical calculators to the first digital computers and then classifications including personal computers, minicomputers, mainframes, supercomputers, and embedded systems. Key developments included the abacus in 600 BC, John Napier's Bones in the 17th century, and the invention of the digital computer. The document also defines different types of modern computers based on size, power, and intended use.

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HISTORY OF COMPUTER

 Computer was invented because “necessity is


the mother of invention”. Man always
searched for a fast calculating device . It took
a long time to invent the digital computer. A
brief history behind the invention of
computer is as follows;
ABACUS

 The first computing device was ABACUS. It


was developed in 600 B.C. It was used to
perform simple addition and subtraction. It
consist of wooden beads. The beads could be
more easily. Calculations were performed by
moving the beads properly.
JOHN NAPIER’S BONE

 Another manual calculating device was John


Napier’s bone. It was a cardboard
multiplication calculator. It was designed in
the early 17th century.
CLASSIFICATION OF COMPUTER

 Computer scan is broadly classified by their


speed and computing power.
1. PC (Personal Computer) or Micro-Computers.
2. Mini-Computer.
3. Main Frame Computer.
4. Super-Computer.
5. Mobile devices.
6. Embedded Computer.
PC (Personal Computer)

 Personal computer are also known as micro


computer. It is designed to be used by one person
at a time. It consist of a processor, memory and
one or more input, output and storage devices.
Businesses use personal computers for word
processing, accounting.  At home, the most
popular use for personal computers is playing
games and surfing the Internet.
 Major types of PC are desktop computer and
portable computer.
Minicomputer

 It is a midsize multi-processing system


capable of supporting up to 250 users
simultaneously. It is typically larger, more
powerful and more expensive computer. It is
more reliable. It is also called mid range
server. It generally consist of two or more
processors. Examples of minicomputer are as
follows;
 Prime 9955, HP 3000, AS400 etc
Mainframe Computer

 The mainframe is very large in size and is an


expensive computer capable of supporting
hundreds or even thousands of users
simultaneously. Mainframe executes many
programs concurrently and supports much
simultaneous execution of programs. Examples
of mainframe computers are as follows;
 IBM S-390, NEC 610, DEC 10, IBM System Z1o.
Supercomputer

 Supercomputers are one of the fastest computers


currently available. Supercomputers are very expensive
and are employed for specialized applications that
require an immense amount of mathematical
calculations. It is an extremely fast computer, which can
execute hundreds of millions of instructions per second.
 For example, weather forecasting, scientific
simulations, (animated)graphics, fluid dynamic
calculations, nuclear energy research, electronic design,
and analysis of geological data (e.g. in petrochemical
prospecting), Blue Gene, ASCI White.
MOBILE DEVICES

 Mobile computer devices are designed to be portable,


often to fit on your lap, in the palm of your hand or in
your pocket. With some mobile devices, you can do
many of the things you do with a desktop computer
while you are away from home or traveling. Features in
mobile computer devices include batteries, video
camera, camera, voice recorder and music player.
Laptop computers, tablets, smartphones, e-readers and
handheld gaming devices are five types of mobile
technology used to connect to the Internet and
communicate with others.
Laptop Computers

 Laptop computers are personal computers that


are easy to carry and use in various locations.
The laptop has an all-in-one design with built-in
touchpad, keyboard, monitor and speakers.
Laptops also offer you the option of connecting
to a larger monitor, regular mouse and other
peripherals. This feature means you can turn a
laptop into a desktop computer, but one you
can disconnect from the peripherals and carry
with you wherever you go.
Tablets

 Tablets are also designed to offer portability. However,


they provide you with a computing experience different
from laptops with the biggest difference being that
tablets do not have a touchpad or keyboard. Instead, the
touch screen offers a virtual keyboard you use to input
text, while your finger replaces the mouse as a pointer.
 Tablets are bigger than a Smartphone and smaller than
a laptop. Like the Smartphone, you can browse the
Internet, carry out videoconferences, stay connected
through email, read e-books, play games, watch movies,
share photos and listen to music with the tablet.
Smartphone's

 A Smartphone is a powerful mobile phone


capable of running applications in addition to
providing with phone service. These devices
have most of the features available on tablets
along with cellular Internet connectivity. Cell
phone companies offer data plans that offer
you Internet access anywhere with coverage.
EMBEDDED COMPUTERS

 An embedded computer is designed for


special purpose. It works as a component in a
larger product. These computers are very
small and have limited hardware.
Embedded computer used
product such as;
 Electronics: PDAs, mobile, video recorder and
DVD player etc.
 Home Devices : Security monitoring system,
programmable microwave ovens etc,
 Automobiles : car engine controller, airbag
controller etc.

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