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Introduction of Computer
Introduction of Computer
Characteristics of computers
Evolution of computers
Computer generation
The word “computer” comes from word “compute” which means to “calculate”. Hence, people
usually consider a computer to be a calculating device that can perform the arithmetic operations at
high speed. A computer is often referred to as a data processor (converts data into information)
because it can store, process, and retrieve data whenever desired.
Figure1.1. A computer (also known as Data processor) converts data into information.
CHARACTERSTICS OF COMPUTERS
Increasing popularity of computer has proved that it is a very powerful and useful tool. The power
and usefulness of this popular tool are mainly due to its following characteristics:
Necessity is the mother of invention. Researchers invented computers because of man’s search
for fast and accurate calculating devices.