Basic Computer Concepts

Basic Computer Concepts

Presenter:

Mr. Reynaldo M. Anario Jr.ICT Teacher

What is COMPUTER?is a digital electronic device that processes data through a series of commands into information and storage. It can perform mathematical and logical operations, and process large volumes of data at high speed.

A Computer has four basic functions:

Accept dataProcesses dataProduce output

Stores data

Computer Systemrefers to a complete working computer. It

includes not only the computer but also any software and peripheral devices that are necessary to make the computer function.

System Softwareis a catch-all term for the programs that

handle the running of a computer’s hardware.Operating System Utilities

Operating system

a program that conducts the communication between the various pieces of hardware like the video card, printer, the mother board, sound card, and the applications.

Utility programPerform tasks related to the maintaining of a

computer’s health-hardware or data.

Computer Components

External Parts Monitor Power switch Disk Drive Reset Switch Casing LED (light emitting diode)

P0rts

Internal Parts Microprocessor Cards Motherboard Hard Disk Power Supply Fan Speaker RAM (Random Access

Memory) ROM (Read Only Memory)

System Base Unit/System Unit

Male – with one or more exposed pinsFemale – with holes in which the male

connector can be inserted

Computer Components

Connectors

Input/Output (I/O) – refers to the communication between an information processing system (such as computer and the outside world – a human or another information processing system.

Port – serves as an interface between the computer and other computers or peripheral devices. It is a specialized outlet on a piece of equipment to which a plug or cables connect.

Computer ComponentsI/O Devices and Ports

Input and output Devices

KeyboardMouseTrackballTouchpad and Touch ScreenKeyboardLight PenScanner

Input Devices

Input and output Devices

MonitorPrinterPlottersFacsimile (Fax)LCD Projection PanelsAudio CardComputer Output Microfilm

Output Devices

Excellence is the spirit of compulsion of competence in whatever job a person is working. It is a safeguard against on the job mediocrity. It results in the worker’s having initiative and strong personal drive to improve his skills and levels of competence.

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Thoughts to ponder

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