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Introduction to Computer Systems
Section 1A
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Objectives
List the four parts of a computer system
Identify four types of computer hardware
List four units of measure for computer memory
Provide two examples of input and output devices
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Objectives (cont.)
Name and describe three types of storage devices
Differentiate the two main categories of computer software
List at least four specific types of application software.
Describe the five key categories of computers in use today
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Computer
Electronic Device that processes data, converting it into information that is useful to people.
It is controlled by programmed instructions, which give the machine a purpose and tell it what to do
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The Parts of a Computer System
Hardware
Software
Users
Data
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Types of Computer Hardware
ProcessorMemory
Input and Output DevicesStorage
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The Processor The processor is like the brain of the
computer Consist of one or more microprocessors Microprocessor is plugged in the
computer’s motherboard or circuit board
The computer’s processor is also referred to as the central processing unit (CPU)
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Memory The most common type of memory is
called random access memory (RAM) RAM is volatile, so it needs a constant
supply of power.
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Input and Output Devices Input Device – accepts data from user
Keyboard Mouse Scanners, digital cameras & microphone
Output Device – returned data to the user Monitor Printer Touch Screen Communication device
Communication devices – device that can perform input and output functions
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Storage
The purpose of storage is to hold data permanently
Types of storage devices Tape drives Optical drives (CD & DVD) Removable hard drives Magnetic disks (most common)
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Distinction between Memory and Storage There is more room in storage than in
memory Contents are retained in storage when
the computer is turned off, the data in memory disappears when you shut down the computer
Storage is very slow compared to memory, but it is much cheaper than memory
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Self Check
A(n) __________ is an electronic device that processes data.
There is more room in storage than in ________ in a computer.
A device that holds a disk is called a(n) ____________.
Computer
memory
Disk drive
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Types of Computer Systems
Supercomputers Mainframe computers Minicomputers Workstations Microcomputers or personal
computers
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Importance of Computer Literacy
Increased Employability
Greater Earnings Potential
Greater Access to Resources
Greater Control of Assets
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