Lecture2 fundamentalsof ict
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The document discusses the basic components and operations of a computer system. It explains that a computer system involves input, processing, storage and output of data. The main components are the hardware, software, data and users. The hardware includes the motherboard, input devices, processing devices, memory devices and storage devices. The document also distinguishes between different types of memory and storage. It notes that computers require human interaction for tasks like setting up the system, installing software, and maintaining the system, though some embedded computers can operate without users.
Lecture2 fundamentalsof ict
- 7. Basic operations of a computer system 1. Input 2. Processing 3. Storage 4. Output
- 9. Components of a computer system 1. Hardware 2. Software 3. Data 4. Users
- 11. Motherboard
- 12. Input devices
- 15. Magnetic storage: Hard disks Storage devices IDE – Integrated Drive Electronics SCSI – Small Computer Systems Interface Non-volatile memory
- 17. Output devices
- 19. Motherboard Chipset and Expansion slots
- 29. System Software
- 32. Can computers think? Even the most powerful supercomputers require human interaction! Why??
- 33. 1. Setting up the system 2. Installing software 3. Running programs 4. Managing files 5. Maintaining the system