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Lesson 1-Introduction to Computer
What is computer???
Computer is an electronic device that
process data according to sets of instruction
given to it.
Parts of the Computer
•System Unit
Also known as BASE UNIT. It is commonly referred to as the Central Processing Unit. Or CPU which is considered the brain of the computer.
•Monitor
The screen that looks like a television. This is where you can see the pictures, text, numbers and other actions you do while using the computer
Keyboard
A device that contain keys to enter data and instruction into a
computer. This includes the letters, numbers, symbols and
other special keys
Mouse
A pointing device that fits comfortable under the palm of your hands. It allow the user to control the movement of the pointer on the scren
Speaker
Other parts of the Computer
A device that allows us to hear sounds from the computer.
Printer
A device that prints text or graphics on paper.
Storage Devices
Compact Disc (CD)
Floppy Disc
Computer Capabilities
Speed
• Human being can process large numbers in a limited capacity
Repetitiveness
• Human being can easily get exhausted with workloads.
Self-checking
• Human being uses their brain to store data and respond to an action.
Store and Recall Operation
• Human being can recall and memorize large information
Accuracy
• It can produce results with high degree of precision.
Computer Capabilities1.Speed2.Repetitiveness3.Accuracy4.Store and recall operation
5.Self Checking
Computer Limitations
Computer Limitations
1.Limited data can only be stored into a computer
2.It has limited memory to do processing3.The computer and its hardware have a
life span4.It cannot replace the human brain5.It cannot generate information on its
own.
Activity1. System Unit is also known as base unit or
CPU2. A computer can replace the human brain3. The computer and its hardware have a life
span4. A mouse is a device the prints text or
graphics on paper5. A keyboard is a pointing device that fits
comfortable under the palm of your hands
Activity6. A speaker is a device that allows you to
hear sounds from the computer
7. A computer can very the accuracy of given information through self checking
8. A television is a part of a computer that contain keys to enter data and instruction.
Activity
9. A computer has no limitations. It can perform a lot of instruction with no boundaries
10. Computer is a man mad machine that does human activities in a more efficient and faster way