COMPUTER HARE

WARE AND SOFTWARE

BY:
KAKURU DEVIS 007
DEFINITION:
Computer hardware refers to all the tangible or physical components
of a computer. These include: keyboards, mice, monitors, system units,
ups among others

Computer software is a set of programs that used in effective

operation of a computer. These include programming languages,
utility programs, and application software.
Hard ware classification
Input devices: Processing devices:
C.P.U
 Keyboard
G.P.U
 Mouse Storage Devices:
 Light pen Hard disk
Output devices: Compact disk
Printers Flash disk
Communication devices
Monitors Wi-Fi
speakers Bluetooth
Smart phones
Comparisons between hard ware and
soft ware
• Both help in effective operations of the computer.
• Both are necessary parts of a computer
• Both require system update
• Both need each other to work
Ways of maintaining hardware and
software
o Avoid installing unknown programs.
o Always shut down the computers after use.
o Always update the computer windows regularly.
o Avoid pouring drinks and eats in the computer peripherals.
Summary on hardware and software
• Hardware in most cases needs to be connected with cables like the
USBs, VGA cable, HDMI cables among others. Tis will help in
effective operation of the computer.

• As for software it needs to be installed on a computer. This can be

done using either a flash disk or a compact disk (CD). Then one is able
to use a computer with ease.
Conclusion:
Hardware and software are all important equipments that help in the
effective operation of the computer hence promoting a good working
environment for computers.