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Topologies
The physical layout of a N/W including all devices and cables is called a topology.
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DATA
PROCESSING
INFORMATION INFORMTION
DATA is collected facts that generally are not useful without further processing.
EDP is the processing of data by electronic devices, computer and its programs in an environment involving electronic communication.
HISTORY OF EDP
REVOLUTION IN HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE. STORAGE ORGANIZATION. TRANSACTION PROCESSING TECHNIQUES.
ACTIVITIES OF EDP
CAPTURING THE INPUT DATA. MANIPULATING THE DATA. PRODUCING THE OUTPUT RESULT.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
MANUAL SYSTEM AND EDP SYSTEM
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ADVANTAGES OF EDP
High speed Accurate High storage capacity Automatic Reliable 24 hour service Remote access and control
DISADVANTAGES OF EDP
Equipment is expensive
Much money required to design special computer system. Important data will be lost if computer breaks down.
APPLICATIONS OF EDP
Payroll system Point-of-sale system Ticketing system Electronic funds transfer system Acounting system