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    NAME - LAKSHMI

    COURSE NAME –DCA/DTP


    (DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER
    APPLICATION)
    PROJECT ON HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
    Definition of computer:

    A computer is an electronic device that


    accepts the data, stores data, processes the
    data and then produces a result. It can
    process the input data to give the desired
    output according to the instructions we
    give. A computer is made up of Hardware
    and Software devices.
    Components of Hardware and Software

    A computer system is divided into two


    categories: Hardware and Software. Hardware
    refers to the physical and visible components of
    the system such as a monitor, CPU, keyboard
    and mouse. Software, on the other hand, refers
    to a set of instructions which enable the
    hardware to perform a specific set of tasks.
    What is computer hardware?

    Computer hardware is a term that


    refers to all of the tangible and physical
    components of a computer, meaning
    that they can be touched and seen.
    Computer software, conversely, cannot
    to touched or seen because it is a
    series of computer-written text and
    instructions that allow a computer to
    execute processes and functions.
    Hardware Components
    Computer hardware includes the physical parts of a
    computer, such as the case, central processing unit
    (CPU), random access memory (RAM), monitor, mouse,
    keyboard, computer data storage, graphics card, sound
    card, speakers and motherboard.
    CPU
    RAM

    MONITER

    MOUSE

    KEYBOARD

    SPEAKERS

    MOTHERBOARD
    •Central Processing Unit (CPU)
    A CPU is the hardware responsible for processing all the information from the programs run by a
    computer. Gigahertz (GHz) is used to measure the speed at which a CPU processes information.
    •Random Access Memory (RAM)
    The hardware component found in the motherboard’s memory slots is known as RAM. It is
    responsible for temporarily storing on-the-fly information formed by computer programs.
    •Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
    The primary data storage device of a computer is the HDD. The hardware component stores
    software titles, operating systems, and files.
    •Monitor
    This familiar Keyboard component is the hardware that displays video or graphical information of
    the computer. These are also termed video display units.
    •Mouse
    The hand-held pointing device used to navigate through the screen is a computer mouse. A
    typical mouse uses optical sensors to direct the cursor.
    KEYBOARD

    • Like a type-writer, a keyboard allows a user to interact with the system. It is an input device
    used to input characters, text and commands.
    • Speakers
    • Speakers are a specific output device utilised to listen to music, films, and other sounds.
    Although they are accessible in a scope of various characteristics and costs, the more refined
    forms have an extra subwoofer to improve bass results.
    • Printer
    • Printers are output gadgets that produce printed versions of electronic information put away
    on the computer, for the most part as text or pictures on paper. The most widely recognised
    current printers use inkjet or laser innovation and interface with the computer either utilising
    the USB port or through WI-FI.
    • Desktop image scanner
    computer software
    Software is a collection of programs
    and data that tell a computer how
    to perform specific tasks. Software
    often includes associated software
    documentation. This is in contrast
    to hardware, from which the
    system is built and which actually
    performs the work.
    system software

    System software is a program


    designed to run a computer's
    hardware and applications and
    manage its resources, such as its
    memory, processors, and devices.
    It also provides a platform for
    running application software, and
    system software is typically
    bundled with a computer's
    operating system.
    Application software

    An application program is a computer


    program designed to carry out a
    specific task other than one relating to
    the operation of the computer itself,
    typically to be used by end-users.
    Word processors, media players, and
    accounting software are examples
    Programming software
    Computer programmers use
    programming software to write code.
    Programming software and
    programming tools enable
    developers to develop, write, test
    and debug other software programs.
    Examples of programming software
    include assemblers, compilers,
    debuggers and interpreters.
    Enterprise software

    Enterprise software, also known


    as enterprise application
    software, is computer software
    used to satisfy the needs of an
    organization rather than its
    individual users
    Utility software

    Utility software is a program specifically


    designed to help manage and tune
    system or application software. It is
    used to support the computer
    infrastructure - in contrast to
    application software, which is aimed at
    directly performing tasks that benefit
    ordinary users.
    Educational software
    Educational software is a term
    used for any computer software
    which is made for an educational
    purpose. It encompasses different
    ranges from language learning
    software to classroom
    management software to
    reference software. The purpose
    of all this software is to make
    some part of education more
    effective and efficient
    Differences between Hardware and Software
    Hardware Software
    Hardware is further divided into four main categories: Software is further divided into two main categories:
    •Input Devices •Application Software
    •Output Devices •System Software
    •Secondary Storage Devices
    •Internal Components

    Developed using electronic and other materials Developed writing using instructions using a programming language

    When damaged, it can be replaced with a new component When damaged it can be installed once more using a backup copy

    Hardware is physical in nature and hence one can touch and see hardware The software cannot be physically touched but still can be used and seen

    Hardware cannot be infected by Viruses The software can be infected by Viruses

    Hardware will physically wear out over time Software does not wear out but it can be affected by bugs and glitches

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