Computer Systems 1 Fundamentals of Computing Operating Systems.
Fundamentals of Computer Systems
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Fundamentals of Computer Systems. HARDWARE Parts of computer Accessories and peripherals SOFTWARE System Software Application Software. FUNDAMENTALS OF HARDWARE. HISTORY OF COMPUTER. Ages Various shapes and stages Inventions and mile stones - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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• HARDWAREParts of computer
Accessories and peripherals
• SOFTWARESystem Software
Application Software
HISTORY OF COMPUTER
• Ages • Various shapes and stages• Inventions and mile stones• Scientists and inventors• Uses and future requirements
COMPUTER GENERATIONS
• Stages of computer evolution
• First Generation (1940-1956: Vacuum Tubes)• Second Generation (1956-1963: Transistors )• Third Generation (1964-1971: Integrated Circuits)• Fourth Generation (1971-Present: Microprocessors)• Five Generation (Present and Beyond:
Artificial Intelligence)
COMPUTER TYPES
• Super computer • Mainframe • Mini computer • Workstation• Personal computer • Laptop Computer • Notebook computer • Hand held • Palm top • PDA
COMPUTER LANGUAGES
• High Level Language • Low level Language • Machine Language• Assembly Language
PROGRAME & LOGIC
• Steps for developing a programme• Flow charts • System flow charts • Programme flow charts
CPU
• Basic Technology• Parts of CPU• Functions of CPU parts• Structure and layout• Registers of CPU parts• Buses and Cables
PROCESSOR TECHNOLOGY
• History of processor• Function of processor • Speed of processors• Types of processors• Pentium Technology• MMX
MEMORY
• Types of memory (RAM, ROM, SRAM, DRAM)• Sizes & shapes of memory• Memory measurement• Memory modules • Cache Memory
STORAGE DEVICES
• Types of storage• Hard drives • Floppy drive• Optical drive • Sequential drive• Mega Storage
INPUT/OUTPUT DEVICES
• Keyboard and mouse • Mike • Scanners • Printers • Plotters• Touch screen • Speakers
OPERATING SYSTEM
• OS Basics• Types of OS • Applications of OS • Disk Operating Systems (DOS)
USING DESKTOP & TASKBAR
• Exploring computer• Managing files and folders• Start menu • Properties • Options • Themes • Screen savers• Display setting
CUSTOMISING DESKTOP
• Choosing a desktop style• Custom applications• Add/Remove options • Start and Classic Start menu• Adding browsing tools • Adding web contents• Customizing for multiples users.
WINDOWS EXPLOERS
• Use of toolbars• Customizing toolbars and buttons• Search files • Folder and Explorer views• Arranging icons• Properties• Options• Sharing data between applications
INTERNET EXPLORER
• Use of browser• Types of browser• Data saving and linking• Properties • Options
CONTROL PANEL
• Control Panel items • Adding/Remove a component• Hardware and Software setting• Customizing various applications • Properties of items
OUTLOOK EXPRESS
• Offline email basics• Configuring Outlook Express• Use of mail editor • Managing Files and Folders • Identities• Use of stationary• Managing Address book
