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Introduction to

Computer
Systems
Computer systems are the foundation of modern technology. They consist of
hardware and software working together to process information and perform
various tasks.
Hardware Components
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Random Access Memory Storage Devices
(RAM)
The CPU, or brain of the computer, Storage devices hold data persistently,
executes instructions and performs RAM is temporary storage for data like hard drives, SSDs, and flash drives.
calculations. It's measured by its clock actively used by the CPU. It's measured They vary in speed, capacity, and cost.
speed and number of cores. in gigabytes and affects performance.

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Software and Operating Systems
System Software Application Software Operating Systems
System software manages the Application software allows users to Operating systems provide a user
hardware and provides a foundation perform specific tasks, such as word interface, manage resources, and run
for applications. Examples include processing, web browsing, and applications. Examples include
operating systems and device gaming. Windows, macOS, and Linux.
drivers.

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Data Storage and Memory
1 Hard Disk Drives 2 Solid State Drives
(HDD) (SSDs)
HDDs store data SSDs use flash memory to
magnetically on spinning store data, offering faster
platters. They're cheaper but performance and reduced
slower than SSDs. noise.

3 Cache Memory 4 Virtual Memory


Cache memory is a small, Virtual memory uses hard
fast memory used to store drive space to extend RAM,
frequently accessed data, enabling the system to run
improving performance. larger programs.

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Input/Output Devices
Input Devices
Input devices allow users to interact with the computer, such
as keyboards, mice, and touch screens.

Output Devices
Output devices display or output processed data, like
monitors, printers, and speakers.

Communication Devices
Communication devices allow computers to connect to
networks and share data, like modems and network cards.

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Computer Security and Privacy
Malware Viruses, worms, trojans, and
ransomware designed to harm
systems.

Phishing Deceptive emails or websites that try to


steal personal information.

Data Encryption Converting data into an unreadable


format to protect it from unauthorized
access.

Firewalls Software or hardware that blocks


unauthorized network access to a
computer.

Privacy Policies Statements outlining how websites and


applications collect and use user data.

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