Introduction to computers

This Presentation is about the introductory course of a basic information on Computers

1. Introduction to Computers Presented By: W. Mofokeng 17 Aug 2020

2. What is a Computer

3. Definition of Computer A multi-purposed, electronic device takes input through input devices, processes it Gives the output through output devices It also stores data for further processing Uses Binary Code for Communication (0’s and 1’s )

4. This is how a Computer works

5. Processing Cycle of a Computer 1 . Accepts and gather DATA (Input) 2. It then Processes DATA to become Information (PROCESSING) 3. It Stores DATA and Information (Storage) 4. Presents Information as desired (Output)

6. There are 2 type of Computer Components Namely: 1. Hardware 2. Software Components of a Computer

7. Hardware Software Components of Computer ALL non-physical parts of Computers These carry instructions of how should a computer work ALL non-physical parts of Computers These carry instructions of how should a computer work

8. Hardware

9. SOFTWARE

10. Hardware Components are also divided into 2 categories

11. Input devices vs Output device Are hardware devices that allow you to enter data into the computer, or interact with the computer. Are devices receive data from a computer converts this data to a display, projected image, or print-out

12. Have you ever wondered what we would do without computers in this day and age?

13. Role of Computers

14. Pretty much everything in this world works with computers From using an ATM To buying groceries Making new friends Performing Calculations

15. Computers can store tons of Information more than our minds can do They Can access information very quickly Saves the use of Paper They facilitate an efficient way of Presentation Enhances Communication between students Organizes Information (E.g. Computers at Library )

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