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1) A computer is a general-purpose device that can be programmed to carry out arithmetic and logical operations automatically. It consists of a central processing unit and memory. 2) A computer accepts digital data as input, manipulates it based on a program of instructions, and provides results. It can store, retrieve, and process data to create documents, email, games, and browse the web. 3) The key elements of a computer system are people, software, hardware, data, and connectivity. Computers have advantages like speed, storage, reliability, consistency, and communication capabilities. Disadvantages include safety, health, environmental, and privacy concerns.

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Computer System

1) A computer is a general-purpose device that can be programmed to carry out arithmetic and logical operations automatically. It consists of a central processing unit and memory. 2) A computer accepts digital data as input, manipulates it based on a program of instructions, and provides results. It can store, retrieve, and process data to create documents, email, games, and browse the web. 3) The key elements of a computer system are people, software, hardware, data, and connectivity. Computers have advantages like speed, storage, reliability, consistency, and communication capabilities. Disadvantages include safety, health, environmental, and privacy concerns.

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GEI004 LEC – ADVANCE PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

Computer System
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What is Computer?
• A general-purpose device that can be
programmed to carry out a set of
arithmetic or logical operations
automatically.
• A computer consists of at least one
central processing unit (CPU) and
some form of memory

Computer
• It is a device that
accepts information
(in the form of
digitalized data) and
manipulates it for some result
based on a program or
sequence of instructions on
how the data is to be
processed.
Computer
• It has the ability to store, retrieve and process
data. You probably know that you can use a
computer to create documents, send email, play
games and browse the Web.
Elements of a Computer System
People
• The most important
element of a computer
system
• They use and
operate the
computer.
• They are the ones who
update and input data on
the computer
Software
• Are programs or instructions
that a computer must follow to
do its task. • It can be divided
into 2 groups • System
• Application
Hardware
• Physical equipment
that you can feel and
touch.
• These main parts
include your
• Monitor
• System unit
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Printer and
• Modem.
Data
• Includes text and numbers,
sounds, images and
video that we input at
the computer for
processing. • They are
the raw data
• Needed for the
processing of
information
Connectivity
• Means that a computer must
be connected to other
computers especially through
internet.
• It refers to the computer’s
ability to link with other
programs and devices.
Procedures

• These are step-by-step instructions


to follow when using hardware,
software and
data
Advantages of Computers
Speed
• Computers
operates on data
and commands at
incredibly fast
speed.
• The speed and
capabilities of
computers are getting
faster and better every
time a new model is
made.

Storage
• Computer can store
enormous amount of
data and information
in its memory.
• These information are
easily transferred and
used anytime and
everywhere
• Storage are getting
larger, yet cheaper
Reliability
• Computers made of
modern technology rarely
breakdown and when
they do, they are
easily repaired.
• Advances in technology
have made computers
sturdy and less prone to
damage.

Consistent
• If you input the same data into
the computer using the same
program, it will give you the same
result all the time.

Communicate
• People can connect with
others by the use of
computers
• Computers have made it possible to talk and see
other people cheaply over the internet.

Disadvantages of Computer
Safety
• You should be careful in
sharing your personal
information on the internet
and avoid instances
wherein you will be identified
and your residence known.

Health Risks
• Long and improper use
of the computer can
lead to injuries and
hazards to user
• Proper posture and
use of properly
designed tables,
chairs and equipment
help to minimize these
risks.

Environment
• Old computers must be disposed off
properly.
• Computer parts could release toxic
or dangerous materials into the
environment.

Use of Power
•Computers need electricity to
run. •Computers only need a
small amount of electric power
but with many computers
around this would result to high
total electricity requirements.
•Power is an expense, also a
contributor to environmental damage.

Privacy
Violation
• Personal information when stored
in
a computer can be viewed and stolen
• Criminals have used other people’s
information to commit crimes.

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