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Q. What is computer/Discuss primary components of a
computer system.
Computer
A computer is a machine that can be programmed to accept data ,process data
into useful information and store it for later use. A computer consists of hardware and
software.The machine is known as hardware. The programs are called software. The
processing of input to output is directed by the software but performed by the hardware.

Primary Components of Computer System

A computer system requires different components to perform the functions of input,
processing , output and storage.

1.Input Devices
Anything given to the computer such as data and instructions is called input. Input devices
are used to input data and instructions into the computer.

2. Processing Device
The process is use to process data. It is also called central processing unit CPU. It is the
brain of the computer.It consists of electronic circuit. CPU interprets and executes program
instructions. All computers must have central processing unit.

3.Output devices
The data processed into useful information is called output. Output devices are used to
display the result of processing. The most common output devices are monitor and printer.

4.Storage devices
Storage usually refers to the secondary storage. The storage devices are use to store
data,programs and information permanently. The most common storage devices are hard disk,
USB flash drive and optical discs such as CDs and DVDs etc.