CHAPTER –
I KNOWING
COMPUTER
Introduction
A Computer is an electronic device, which is used for a number of
applications ranging from writing letters
to reserve a ticket in a train. A Computer
has several components like Keyboard, Mouse,
Processor, Memory, Monitor
and printer etc. Computer
requires instructions to perform a particular task. A series of instructions is normally known as a program. Hardware
and Software are the two terms we frequently use with reference
to Computer. CPU, memory and peripheral devices (input
and output devices)
are generally referred to as Hardware whereas compiler. Interpreter and operating system are examples of software.
Objectives
In this chapter
you will be learn about
1.
Describe the various components of a Computer
2. Distinguish between Hardware and Software
3.
Describe Applications of Computer
4.
Connect Accessories to Computer