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BSECE AC1 Lesson1
BSECE AC1 Lesson1
Chapter 1
BSElectricalEngineering
Introduction
to Computer and
AC 1 – Computer Computer
Programming Organization
1
RONALD T. LAVA, MSIT
Chapter 1 Objectives
Recognize the importance of
computer literacy
Identify the various types of software
Define the term computer and identify
its components
Describe the categories of computers
Explain why a computer is a
powerful tool
Determine how the elements of an
information system interact
Recognize the purpose of a network
Identify the various types of
computer users
Discuss the uses of the Internet and the
World Wide Web
Discuss computer applications in society
Recognize the difference between
installing and running a program
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A World of Computers
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What Is a Computer?
The computer
first, Accepts data such as raw facts, figures, and symbol
then, Processes data into information
(Data that is organized, meaningful, and useful )
finally, Produces and stores results
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Data Processing
Process
Output Storage
Communication
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The Components of a Computer
What is an _____
input device?
Ø Hardware used
to enter data
and instructions
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The Components of a Computer
What is an ______
output device?
Ø Hardware that
conveys
information
to a user
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The Components of a Computer
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What is the magical inside the black box?
Storage
Units
Memory Video
card Card
Power
Supply
P U
C
Sound
Card
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The Components of a Computer
Ø Memory
§Temporary holding place for data
and instructions
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The Components of a Computer
What is storage?
Ø Holds data, instructions, and information
for future use
Storage media
Physical material on which data, instructions,
and information are stored
Storage device
Records and retrieves items to and from
a storage medium
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Storage device
What is a floppy disk?
Ø Thin, circular,
flexible disk
enclosed in rigid
plastic shell
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The Components of a Computer
§ DVD-ROM
§ DVD+RW
Capacity:4.7 ~ 17.1 GB
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The Components of a Computer
What is miniature storage
media?
Digital
Portable, thin cameras
memory cards
used in:
Handheld
computers
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Why Is a Computer So Powerful?
Ø Speed
Ø Reliability
Ø Accuracy
Ø Storage
Ø Communications
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Networks and the Internet
What is a network?
Ø Collection of computers and devices connected together
Communications
Device Communications
Media
Enables a Satellites
Cables
connection
Telephone Cellular
between
lines radio
computers
One type is
a modem
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Networks and the Internet
To share
Resources
Hardware
devices
Software
programs To save
Data
time
Information and
money
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Networks and the Internet
What is a server?
Ø Manages the
resources on
a network
Ø A client accesses
the resources
on the server
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Networks and the Internet
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Networks and the Internet
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Networks and the Internet
A Web site is
a collection of
related Web pages
A Web page contains
text, graphics, sound,
video, and links to You can share
other Web pages information by
creating Web pages
or posting photos on
a photo community
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Computer Software
Step 3.
The program executes
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Computer Software
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Computer Software
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Computer Software
§ Suite
Popular software applications
bundled together as a single unit
Word
Spreadsheet
Processing
Presentation
Database
Graphics
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Computer Software
What is a programmer?
Ø Someone who develops
application or system software
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Categories of Computers
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Personal Computers
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Personal Computers
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Personal Computers
What is a notebook computer?
Ø Portable, small enough to fit on
your lap(2 lbs to 9 lbs )
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Handheld Computers
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Handheld Computers
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Servers
What types of servers are there?
Midrange server Powerful, large
computer that supports up to a few
thousand computers
Step 3.
Software processes data
and directs hardware to
store and or output
information
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Examples of Computer Usage
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Examples of Computer Usage
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Examples of Computer Usage
What software is available for a small
office/home office (SOHO) user?
Ø Local area network (LAN)
Ø Productivity software
Ø Specialty software
Ø Web usage
Ø E-mail
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Examples of Computer Usage
Notebook
What is available for computers
a mobile user?
Ø Hardware
Ø Software
§ Productivity
§ Presentation Handheld computers
§ Personal
information
manager
Web-enabled
cellular phones
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Examples of Computer Usage
Ø Web access
Ø Public kiosk
Ø Telecommuting
Ø Network
Ø Productivity software
Ø Scheduling
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Examples of Computer Usage
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Computer Applications in Society
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