Computing Fundamentals Module Lesson 1 Introducing Computers Computer

Computing Fundamentals Module Lesson 1 — Introducing Computers Computer Literacy BASICS Microsoft Office XP: Advanced Course

Objectives l l l l 2 Define a computer and identify how it is used. Compare and classify types of computers. List the parts of a computer system. Explain how computers are integrated into larger systems through networks. Identify computer system components. Distinguish between software and hardware. Describe the difference between applications software and systems software. Define the user interface and graphical user interface. Computer Literacy BASICS

Computer: Definition and Capability 3 Computer Literacy BASICS

How Computers are Used 4 Computer Literacy BASICS

How Computers Are Used 5 Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Computers l Computers are classified by: – – – 6 Size (physical and logical) Speed Application Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Computers Super Computer 7 Mainframe Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Computers Mini Computer 8 Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Personal Computers Macintosh desktop 9 PC desktop Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Personal Computers Notebook 10 PDA Computer Literacy BASICS

Computer Systems 11 Computer Literacy BASICS

Data Communications Components 12 Computer Literacy BASICS

A Typical Network Layout 13 Computer Literacy BASICS

Types of Networks l l l 14 Intranets – within an organization Extranets – within and outside organizations The Internet – a network of networks Computer Literacy BASICS

Summary l l 15 A computer is an electronic device that receives data, processes data, and stores data to produce a result. Computers can be found in almost every aspect of our lives. Computers are classified by size, speed, and application. There are different types of computers including supercomputers, mainframe computers, minicomputers, and microcomputers. Computer Literacy BASICS