The document discusses computer peripherals. It defines peripherals as devices connected to but not part of the core computer architecture that are used to input or output information from the computer. It lists common peripherals like keyboards, mice, monitors, printers, and storage devices. It categorizes peripherals as input, output, or storage devices and provides examples and uses of important peripheral types like keyboards, monitors, and hard drives. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of some peripherals.
Peripheral devices connect to computers and are controlled by them. They can be either input devices, like keyboards and mice, which allow data to enter the computer, or output devices, like monitors and printers, which allow the computer to present information. Common input devices include keyboards, mice, cameras, and microphones. Common output devices are monitors, printers, and speakers.
Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, including monitors, keyboards, storage devices, chips and other components that can be touched. Computer software contains instructions that direct the computer's processor to perform tasks. Input devices, like keyboards, mice and scanners, are used to provide data and control signals to computers. Output devices, such as displays and printers, present the results of data processing in a human-readable form.
This document provides an overview of the basic hardware components of a personal computer, including input devices, the processing unit, storage devices, and output devices. It discusses what each component is and examples such as keyboards, mice, and monitors as input devices; CPUs from Intel and AMD as the processing unit; hard disks, flash drives, and DVDs as storage devices; and monitors, printers, and speakers as output devices. It also provides some specifications and considerations for different components.
A peripheral device is defined as a computer device, such as a keyboard or printer, that is not part of the essential computer (i.e., the memory and microprocessor). These auxiliary devices are intended to be connected to the computer and used.
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The BIOS is the basic input/output system that is built into a computer. It determines what the computer can do without an operating system and is the first software run when a computer is powered on. When turned on, the BIOS initializes hardware components, performs self-tests, and determines which devices can be used to boot the operating system. Modern BIOS also include user interfaces to configure hardware settings and select boot devices.
This presentation represents an introduction to computer. I used every beginning lecture in my courses "Instructional Technology" and "Computer Fundamentals and its Applications".
Peripheral devices are external hardware attached to a computer. There are three types: input devices which produce input signals; output devices which present processed data externally through printing or displaying; and storage devices which store information and documents so they can be retrieved when needed. Examples of storage devices include hard disks, diskettes, CD ROMs, and thumb drives.
Peripheral devices connect to computers and are controlled by them. They can be either input devices, like keyboards and mice, which allow data to enter the computer, or output devices, like monitors and printers, which allow the computer to present information. Common input devices include keyboards, mice, cameras, and microphones. Common output devices are monitors, printers, and speakers.
Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, including monitors, keyboards, storage devices, chips and other components that can be touched. Computer software contains instructions that direct the computer's processor to perform tasks. Input devices, like keyboards, mice and scanners, are used to provide data and control signals to computers. Output devices, such as displays and printers, present the results of data processing in a human-readable form.
This document provides an overview of the basic hardware components of a personal computer, including input devices, the processing unit, storage devices, and output devices. It discusses what each component is and examples such as keyboards, mice, and monitors as input devices; CPUs from Intel and AMD as the processing unit; hard disks, flash drives, and DVDs as storage devices; and monitors, printers, and speakers as output devices. It also provides some specifications and considerations for different components.
A peripheral device is defined as a computer device, such as a keyboard or printer, that is not part of the essential computer (i.e., the memory and microprocessor). These auxiliary devices are intended to be connected to the computer and used.
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The BIOS is the basic input/output system that is built into a computer. It determines what the computer can do without an operating system and is the first software run when a computer is powered on. When turned on, the BIOS initializes hardware components, performs self-tests, and determines which devices can be used to boot the operating system. Modern BIOS also include user interfaces to configure hardware settings and select boot devices.
This presentation represents an introduction to computer. I used every beginning lecture in my courses "Instructional Technology" and "Computer Fundamentals and its Applications".
Peripheral devices are external hardware attached to a computer. There are three types: input devices which produce input signals; output devices which present processed data externally through printing or displaying; and storage devices which store information and documents so they can be retrieved when needed. Examples of storage devices include hard disks, diskettes, CD ROMs, and thumb drives.
This document provides an introduction to information technology concepts. It defines IT as using technologies like computing, electronics, and telecommunications to process and distribute digital information. It also discusses computer literacy and the basic components of a computer system, including hardware like the CPU, memory, input/output devices, and storage. The document also covers software types like operating systems and applications. It provides examples of common system software tasks and operating systems for different device types.
The document discusses computer peripherals. It defines peripherals as devices connected to but not part of the core computer architecture that are used to input or output data. It lists common peripherals like keyboards, mice, monitors, printers and storage devices. It categorizes peripherals as input, output or storage and provides examples and uses of important peripheral types like keyboards, monitors and hard drives. It also discusses advantages and disadvantages of some peripherals.
This document provides an introduction to video/graphics cards. It discusses the components and functions of a graphics card, including different types, color depth, bit depth, and uses. Graphics cards are boards that plug into computers to provide display capabilities. They work with the display monitor using circuitry and different color combinations determined by red, green, and blue light intensities at each pixel. Common uses include gaming, animation, drafting, and other purposes requiring fast rendering and high resolutions. Advanced graphics cards can produce effects like texture mapping, lens flare, motion blur, and Fresnel effects.
A mouse is a handheld input device that controls the on-screen cursor and allows users to select, open, and manipulate items in a graphical user interface (GUI). It contains buttons that perform tasks like selecting objects and opening programs. Mice connect to computers through ports like USB or wirelessly. There are different types of mice including mechanical mice with rolling balls, optical mice that use light sensors, and wireless mice that connect without wires. The mouse was invented in 1968 by Douglas Engelbart to help users control computers.
The document discusses different types of computers including palmtop, laptop, and mainframe computers. It defines hardware as the physical components of a computer and software as programs that run on hardware. The main hardware components are the central processing unit (CPU), memory, input devices, output devices, and storage devices. The CPU consists of a control unit and arithmetic logic unit. Memory includes both random access memory (RAM) and read-only memory (ROM). Software includes operating systems, application software, and utility software. An operating system controls the computer and allows other programs to run.
This document discusses different types of computer hardware. It describes internal hardware components like the CPU, motherboard, RAM, and ROM. It also discusses input hardware like keyboards and mice, output hardware like monitors and printers, connecting hardware such as modems and LAN cards, and storage hardware including hard disks, floppy disks, and CD-ROMs. Each type of hardware is defined and examples are provided.
The document discusses computer hardware components, including both internal and external hardware. It describes input devices like keyboards and mice, as well as output devices like monitors and printers. It discusses the system unit and its internal components such as the motherboard, power supply, CPU and storage devices. The CPU contains a control unit and ALU. Secondary storage devices are described, including hard disks, optical disks, magnetic tape and flash memory.
This document introduces computers and their basic components. It defines a computer as an electronic device that processes data. The four main parts of a computer system are hardware, software, data, and people. Hardware refers to the physical parts of the computer, software contains the computer's instructions, data is the raw facts manipulated by the computer, and people are the users. The document outlines the four types of computer hardware, two categories of software and their purposes, and four common types of computers and the jobs they perform best.
Computer hardware refers to the physical components that make up a computer system. It includes processing components like the CPU and memory, as well as input devices, output devices, and storage devices. The CPU fetches and executes instructions from memory. Memory comes in different types, including cache memory, RAM, and ROM. Input devices like keyboards and mice allow entering data. Output devices like monitors and printers display or print the output. Storage devices such as hard drives and optical discs store data for later use.
The document provides step-by-step instructions for installing Windows 10 on a PC or virtual machine. It begins by recommending joining the Windows Insider program to download the ISO image. Step 1 is to burn the ISO to disc or create a bootable USB drive. Step 2 is to install Windows 10 by clicking "Next" at each screen. The final step is to sign in with a Microsoft account to access new features.
1. The document discusses the basics of operating systems, including definitions, architecture, and booting process. It describes how an OS manages hardware and software resources and acts as an interface between users, applications, and hardware.
2. The key components of an OS architecture include the user, user applications, system programs, the operating system itself, and underlying hardware. The booting process involves POST, BIOS initialization, and loading the operating system kernel into memory.
3. The document provides several examples of OS functions like process management, memory management, file management, I/O management, security, and user interfaces. It also discusses different types of OSs such as batch, multiprogramming, time-sharing,
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The document discusses operating systems, describing them as programs that interface between users and computers to manage resources and tasks. It covers types of operating systems like single-user versus multi-user, and major functions including resource management, data management, and job management. The document also examines user interfaces, distinguishing between command line interfaces using text commands and graphical user interfaces using icons, windows, menus and pointers. Finally, it lists some examples of popular operating systems like Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and Android.
This presentation discusses several operating systems including Ubuntu, Windows XP, Windows 7, and Mac OS. It provides brief descriptions of each system, noting key facts such as their developers, original release dates, and some of their main features. For example, it states that Ubuntu is a Debian-based Linux distribution named after an African philosophy, Windows XP was released in 2001 for mainstream consumer use, and the original Mac OS was introduced in 1984 and was integral to the original Macintosh.
This document defines and describes computers and their components. It begins by defining a computer as a device that accepts digital data as input and processes it according to stored instructions. It then categorizes different types of computers and describes their typical uses. The rest of the document discusses the key components of a computer system, including hardware components like CPUs, memory, storage devices, and input/output devices. It also discusses software components like operating systems, applications, and system utilities. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive overview of computers and their basic anatomy and functionality.
MS-DOS was one of the most successful operating systems and was the first widely used operating system for IBM PCs and clones. It originated as QDOS, an operating system written in six weeks for the Intel 8086 CPU. Microsoft acquired QDOS and renamed it MS-DOS, which it licensed to IBM for use on the original IBM PC. MS-DOS went on to fuel Microsoft's growth as the dominant software company. While feature-limited compared to UNIX, MS-DOS remained popular for years until the rise of graphical user interfaces led to its replacement by Windows 95.
The document discusses operating systems and Windows. It defines an operating system as the most important program that runs a computer and manages other programs. It describes operating system functions like recognizing input/output, tracking files, and controlling devices. It outlines four main types of operating systems and provides examples like Windows and MacOS. It explains how operating systems provide platforms for applications and manage memory, hardware, and resources. It provides details on the boot process, graphical user interfaces, desktop components like the taskbar and windows, and basic window features.
Basic Computer Terms and Definitions. Computer. A computer is a device that executes a program or programs. CPU. The central processing unit or CPU, also known as the microprocessor or processor is the brain of the computer.
Windows is a series of graphical operating systems developed by Microsoft to overcome the limitations of MS-DOS. The first successful versions were Windows 3.0 in 1990, followed by Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, and the latest Windows 8. Common features of Windows OS include program execution, interfaces, input/output handling, error handling, memory management, and process management. Current versions include Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, and 8, with each subsequent version introducing new features and improvements related to performance, security, and usability.
The document provides an overview of the basic components of a computer system, including hardware, software, and peopleware. It describes the major internal hardware components such as the system unit, motherboard, CPU, memory, power supply, storage devices, and ports. It also discusses input devices like keyboards, mice, and scanners, as well as output devices including monitors, printers, and speakers. The document defines system software and application software. It concludes by stating that peopleware refers to the people involved in operating computer systems.
Unit 1 one part introduction to computersNeha Kurale
This document provides an introduction to computers, including:
- The definition and features of computers such as speed, accuracy, memory.
- An overview of computer generations from vacuum tubes to modern computers.
- The basic components of a computer system including the CPU, memory, storage, and input/output devices.
- A brief history of early computers and pioneers like Babbage and their contributions to the development of modern computers.
This document provides an introduction to information technology concepts. It defines IT as using technologies like computing, electronics, and telecommunications to process and distribute digital information. It also discusses computer literacy and the basic components of a computer system, including hardware like the CPU, memory, input/output devices, and storage. The document also covers software types like operating systems and applications. It provides examples of common system software tasks and operating systems for different device types.
The document discusses computer peripherals. It defines peripherals as devices connected to but not part of the core computer architecture that are used to input or output data. It lists common peripherals like keyboards, mice, monitors, printers and storage devices. It categorizes peripherals as input, output or storage and provides examples and uses of important peripheral types like keyboards, monitors and hard drives. It also discusses advantages and disadvantages of some peripherals.
This document provides an introduction to video/graphics cards. It discusses the components and functions of a graphics card, including different types, color depth, bit depth, and uses. Graphics cards are boards that plug into computers to provide display capabilities. They work with the display monitor using circuitry and different color combinations determined by red, green, and blue light intensities at each pixel. Common uses include gaming, animation, drafting, and other purposes requiring fast rendering and high resolutions. Advanced graphics cards can produce effects like texture mapping, lens flare, motion blur, and Fresnel effects.
A mouse is a handheld input device that controls the on-screen cursor and allows users to select, open, and manipulate items in a graphical user interface (GUI). It contains buttons that perform tasks like selecting objects and opening programs. Mice connect to computers through ports like USB or wirelessly. There are different types of mice including mechanical mice with rolling balls, optical mice that use light sensors, and wireless mice that connect without wires. The mouse was invented in 1968 by Douglas Engelbart to help users control computers.
The document discusses different types of computers including palmtop, laptop, and mainframe computers. It defines hardware as the physical components of a computer and software as programs that run on hardware. The main hardware components are the central processing unit (CPU), memory, input devices, output devices, and storage devices. The CPU consists of a control unit and arithmetic logic unit. Memory includes both random access memory (RAM) and read-only memory (ROM). Software includes operating systems, application software, and utility software. An operating system controls the computer and allows other programs to run.
This document discusses different types of computer hardware. It describes internal hardware components like the CPU, motherboard, RAM, and ROM. It also discusses input hardware like keyboards and mice, output hardware like monitors and printers, connecting hardware such as modems and LAN cards, and storage hardware including hard disks, floppy disks, and CD-ROMs. Each type of hardware is defined and examples are provided.
The document discusses computer hardware components, including both internal and external hardware. It describes input devices like keyboards and mice, as well as output devices like monitors and printers. It discusses the system unit and its internal components such as the motherboard, power supply, CPU and storage devices. The CPU contains a control unit and ALU. Secondary storage devices are described, including hard disks, optical disks, magnetic tape and flash memory.
This document introduces computers and their basic components. It defines a computer as an electronic device that processes data. The four main parts of a computer system are hardware, software, data, and people. Hardware refers to the physical parts of the computer, software contains the computer's instructions, data is the raw facts manipulated by the computer, and people are the users. The document outlines the four types of computer hardware, two categories of software and their purposes, and four common types of computers and the jobs they perform best.
Computer hardware refers to the physical components that make up a computer system. It includes processing components like the CPU and memory, as well as input devices, output devices, and storage devices. The CPU fetches and executes instructions from memory. Memory comes in different types, including cache memory, RAM, and ROM. Input devices like keyboards and mice allow entering data. Output devices like monitors and printers display or print the output. Storage devices such as hard drives and optical discs store data for later use.
The document provides step-by-step instructions for installing Windows 10 on a PC or virtual machine. It begins by recommending joining the Windows Insider program to download the ISO image. Step 1 is to burn the ISO to disc or create a bootable USB drive. Step 2 is to install Windows 10 by clicking "Next" at each screen. The final step is to sign in with a Microsoft account to access new features.
1. The document discusses the basics of operating systems, including definitions, architecture, and booting process. It describes how an OS manages hardware and software resources and acts as an interface between users, applications, and hardware.
2. The key components of an OS architecture include the user, user applications, system programs, the operating system itself, and underlying hardware. The booting process involves POST, BIOS initialization, and loading the operating system kernel into memory.
3. The document provides several examples of OS functions like process management, memory management, file management, I/O management, security, and user interfaces. It also discusses different types of OSs such as batch, multiprogramming, time-sharing,
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The document discusses operating systems, describing them as programs that interface between users and computers to manage resources and tasks. It covers types of operating systems like single-user versus multi-user, and major functions including resource management, data management, and job management. The document also examines user interfaces, distinguishing between command line interfaces using text commands and graphical user interfaces using icons, windows, menus and pointers. Finally, it lists some examples of popular operating systems like Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and Android.
This presentation discusses several operating systems including Ubuntu, Windows XP, Windows 7, and Mac OS. It provides brief descriptions of each system, noting key facts such as their developers, original release dates, and some of their main features. For example, it states that Ubuntu is a Debian-based Linux distribution named after an African philosophy, Windows XP was released in 2001 for mainstream consumer use, and the original Mac OS was introduced in 1984 and was integral to the original Macintosh.
This document defines and describes computers and their components. It begins by defining a computer as a device that accepts digital data as input and processes it according to stored instructions. It then categorizes different types of computers and describes their typical uses. The rest of the document discusses the key components of a computer system, including hardware components like CPUs, memory, storage devices, and input/output devices. It also discusses software components like operating systems, applications, and system utilities. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive overview of computers and their basic anatomy and functionality.
MS-DOS was one of the most successful operating systems and was the first widely used operating system for IBM PCs and clones. It originated as QDOS, an operating system written in six weeks for the Intel 8086 CPU. Microsoft acquired QDOS and renamed it MS-DOS, which it licensed to IBM for use on the original IBM PC. MS-DOS went on to fuel Microsoft's growth as the dominant software company. While feature-limited compared to UNIX, MS-DOS remained popular for years until the rise of graphical user interfaces led to its replacement by Windows 95.
The document discusses operating systems and Windows. It defines an operating system as the most important program that runs a computer and manages other programs. It describes operating system functions like recognizing input/output, tracking files, and controlling devices. It outlines four main types of operating systems and provides examples like Windows and MacOS. It explains how operating systems provide platforms for applications and manage memory, hardware, and resources. It provides details on the boot process, graphical user interfaces, desktop components like the taskbar and windows, and basic window features.
Basic Computer Terms and Definitions. Computer. A computer is a device that executes a program or programs. CPU. The central processing unit or CPU, also known as the microprocessor or processor is the brain of the computer.
Windows is a series of graphical operating systems developed by Microsoft to overcome the limitations of MS-DOS. The first successful versions were Windows 3.0 in 1990, followed by Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, and the latest Windows 8. Common features of Windows OS include program execution, interfaces, input/output handling, error handling, memory management, and process management. Current versions include Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, and 8, with each subsequent version introducing new features and improvements related to performance, security, and usability.
The document provides an overview of the basic components of a computer system, including hardware, software, and peopleware. It describes the major internal hardware components such as the system unit, motherboard, CPU, memory, power supply, storage devices, and ports. It also discusses input devices like keyboards, mice, and scanners, as well as output devices including monitors, printers, and speakers. The document defines system software and application software. It concludes by stating that peopleware refers to the people involved in operating computer systems.
Unit 1 one part introduction to computersNeha Kurale
This document provides an introduction to computers, including:
- The definition and features of computers such as speed, accuracy, memory.
- An overview of computer generations from vacuum tubes to modern computers.
- The basic components of a computer system including the CPU, memory, storage, and input/output devices.
- A brief history of early computers and pioneers like Babbage and their contributions to the development of modern computers.
Computer system, devices and peripheralsAllan Roloma
This document provides information about the key components of a computer system, including the operating system, central processing unit (CPU), memory, motherboard, power supply, storage devices, input devices, and output devices. It explains that the operating system coordinates all the components and allows for multi-user access and multi-tasking. Common input devices include keyboards, mice, scanners, and microphones, while output devices include monitors, printers, speakers, and projectors. The document provides examples and descriptions of each type of component to give an overview of a basic computer system.
This document provides an overview of computer hardware components and their functions. It discusses the major internal components of a computer system including the system unit, motherboard, CPU, memory, expansion buses, power supply, hard disk drive, optical drive and ports. It also describes common input devices like keyboards, mice, scanners; output devices such as monitors, printers and speakers; and cables and connectors. The document concludes with a brief discussion of software and the people involved in operating computer systems.
The document discusses the major hardware components of a computer system, including the system unit, motherboard, CPU, memory, expansion bus, power supply, hard disk drive, optical drive, ports, and input/output devices. It describes the functions of these core internal parts and external components like monitors, printers, keyboards, and mice that allow interaction with the computer.
The document discusses the components and devices of a computer system. It describes the central processing unit, memory, motherboard, power supply, storage devices like hard drives, optical drives, and input/output devices. Specifically, it outlines the operating system, primary storage, expansion bus, adapters, and various input devices like keyboards, mice, and scanners. Output devices covered include monitors, projectors, printers, and speakers. Storage devices defined include floppy disks, CDs, DVDs, flash drives, and hard drives. The document provides details on the basic parts and peripherals that make up a computer system.
This document provides an overview of computers and their components. It defines a computer as an electronic machine made up of hardware and software. The main components are the central processing unit (CPU), memory, storage, input devices, and output devices. Common input devices include keyboards, mice, and scanners, while common output devices include monitors, printers, and speakers. Memory is either primary memory (RAM) or secondary storage like hard disks. Factors that influence computer performance include CPU speed, memory capacity, hard disk speed, and bus speed.
The document provides a syllabus for an Agri-Informatics course. The theory section covers topics like operating systems, MS Office applications, databases, computer programming, e-agriculture, geospatial technology, and decision support systems. The practical section involves using software like MS Word, Excel, and Access, as well as introducing programming languages and hands-on experience with crop simulation models, nutrient computation tools, and decision support systems. Students will also learn about computer hardware, file management, and geospatial technology.
This document provides an overview of computer hardware and organization. It describes the basic concepts including input, storage, processing, output and control. It explains the functional units like the ALU, control unit and CPU. It discusses storage devices, input/output devices and the Von Neumann model. It also defines computer buses, describing the data bus, address bus and control bus, and how different devices coordinate use of the bus.
A computer is an electronic device that can process and store data. It is made up of various hardware components, such as a central processing unit (CPU), memory, storage devices, input/output devices, and communication interfaces.
The CPU is the brain of the computer and performs most of the processing tasks. It retrieves data from memory, performs calculations, and executes instructions. Memory, also known as RAM (Random Access Memory), is used to store data and instructions temporarily while they are being processed by the CPU.
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Chapter 1 computer hardware and flow of information
This topic covers the computer fundamentals, functional unit,
basic operational concepts and bus structure.
This document provides an overview of computer hardware and software concepts. It begins with a history of computers from early mechanical calculators to modern personal computers. It then discusses the types of computers including personal computers, workstations, mini-computers, mainframes, cloud computing, and supercomputers. The document defines hardware and software and describes the main components of computer hardware including input devices, output devices, and the central processing unit. It provides details on microprocessors, memory, and storage devices.
A computer is an electronic device that accepts user input like data and instructions, stores them, performs mathematical and logical operations on the data, and outputs the results. It consists of a processor, memory, input and output devices connected together internally. A computer can process data at extremely fast speeds, store large amounts of data accurately, and perform repetitive tasks diligently and consistently. Computer hardware refers to the physical and tangible components that make up a computer system, while software refers to programs and instructions that make the hardware work.
The document provides an overview of computer systems and their evolution over five generations from 1940 to the present. It discusses the components of a basic computer system including the central processing unit, memory, input/output devices, and storage. It describes the evolution of computing devices from the first generation using vacuum tubes to the current fifth generation incorporating artificial intelligence. The input, output, and storage devices of each generation are outlined. The document also defines the basic units of computer memory.
The document discusses the evolution of computers from their early invention to modern times. It describes how early computers were large, expensive machines only affordable to institutions and the wealthy, while modern computers are small, affordable devices ubiquitous in everyday life and business. The core components of computers like the CPU, RAM, hard drives and other parts are also explained.
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The document provides an introduction to computers including definitions, components, evolution, and types of software. It defines a computer as a device that takes in raw data, processes it under a set of instructions, and provides an output. The main components are the central processing unit (CPU), memory, input/output devices, and software. It then discusses the evolution of computers through five generations from 1940 to the present, driven by advances in vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, and microprocessors. The document also covers operating systems, programming languages, types of software including system software, application software and utility software.
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Computer is an electronic device that takes in raw data as input, processes it according to programmed instructions, and outputs the results. It can perform both numerical and logical operations. The basic components of a computer system are hardware, software, and a user. Hardware refers to the physical parts, software provides intelligence through programs, and the user operates the computer. Computers have progressed through generations from vacuum tubes to transistors to integrated circuits, decreasing in size and heat production over time. Current and future computers may utilize artificial intelligence, parallel processing, and quantum technologies.
The document provides an overview of computer fundamentals, including the history and generations of computers. It discusses the key components and configuration of computer hardware, the basic operations of computers including input, processing, output and storage. The four generations of computers are defined based on their main electronic components and attributes. The main hardware components of a computer system such as the CPU, memory, motherboard and I/O devices are also outlined.
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The document discusses the X Internet, which was coined in 2000 and stands for the Executable Internet and Extended Internet. The X Internet allows code to be executed fluently on users' devices, reduces unnecessary data exchanges, and connects physical objects to the internet through technologies like RFID and sensors. Some advantages are that applications take up little data size and processing can occur locally on smart devices. However, issues remain around standards, security, privacy and providing seamless experiences while addressing the web's limitations of bandwidth usage and lack of interactivity with the real world. The document concludes the X Internet shows promise in overcoming such problems.
The document discusses the Global Positioning System (GPS). It provides a brief history of GPS, explaining that feasibility studies began in the 1960s, the Pentagon appropriated funding in 1973, and the first satellite was launched in 1978. It describes how GPS works using a network of orbiting satellites that send location data to GPS receivers on Earth to calculate position, speed and time. It also outlines the various segments that make up GPS including the space, control and user segments. Finally, it discusses applications and advantages such as navigation and working in all weather, as well as some disadvantages like limited indoor use.
This document summarizes a colloquium on digital signatures presented by Prashant Shekhar. It introduces digital signatures as a way to authenticate electronic documents through a mathematical scheme. It discusses how digital signatures work using public and private keys along with digital certificates from a certification authority. The document also outlines some applications of digital signatures like email, data storage, funds transfer, and software distribution. It concludes by noting advantages like authentication, integrity, and non-repudiation, as well as disadvantages such as expiration of certificates and costs of software.
This document discusses Blu-ray discs, including their history, technology, characteristics, applications, and advantages/disadvantages over DVDs. Blu-ray discs were developed as the next generation optical disc format after DVDs, using a blue-violet laser instead of red to achieve higher resolution and data storage capacity of 25-50GB, over 5 times that of a standard DVD. Blu-ray discs allow for high definition video and audio recording and playback in devices like TVs, camcorders, and gaming consoles. While offering greatly increased storage, Blu-rays remain more expensive than DVDs.
This document summarizes a colloquium presentation on cloud computing given by Vivek Kumar. It defines cloud computing as delivering computing services over the internet, including servers, storage, databases, and software. It describes the main types of cloud models as public, private, and hybrid clouds. It outlines the advantages of cloud computing such as scalability, flexibility, and reduced costs compared to maintaining physical infrastructure. It also notes some disadvantages like dependence on internet access and potential additional storage costs.
The document discusses a colloquium presentation on diamond chips. Diamond chips are manufactured from diamond structured carbon wafers and use carbon nanotubes as their major component. To make diamond conductive for electronics applications, it must be doped with elements like boron or nitrogen. Carbon nanotubes have excellent electrical and thermal properties and high strength. They allow for smaller, faster components that can operate at high temperatures. While diamond chips provide advantages over silicon, their production is more expensive and doping is more difficult due to diamond's structure. Overall, the presentation suggests that carbon chips may replace silicon in electronics in the future.
Kamal Krishn Gupta presented a colloquium on BitTorrent to his classmates. The document defines BitTorrent as a peer-to-peer file transfer protocol used to share large files between users. It describes key terminology like clients, seeds, leechers, and trackers. The method section explains how BitTorrent allows for higher download speeds by splitting files across multiple users, unlike traditional HTTP transfers. While downloads can be slow to start and finish with limited connections, BitTorrent provides advantages like reducing server loads and bandwidth requirements. However, it is also often used for illegal file sharing.
This document discusses spirometry testing and the Spirometry PC Software (SPCS) used to analyze spirometry results. Spirometry measures lung function by testing how much air a person can inhale and exhale. SPCS is software that allows real-time display of spirometry tests, quality grading of tests, lung age calculation, and configurable display of results. It can be used with various spirometer devices and helps clinicians diagnose and manage respiratory conditions.
This document discusses 4G technology, including its definition, evolution from previous generations, key features, hardware and software components, working mechanisms, available technologies, applications, advantages, and disadvantages. 4G provides ultra-broadband internet access to mobile devices using an all-IP packet switched network with wider bandwidths of up to 100MHz for downlink speeds of 10Mbps. It allows for integrated, customized networks that support multimedia, global mobility, and anywhere/anytime access. Common 4G technologies include LTE and WiMax. Applications include enhanced mobile web, IP telephony, mobile TV, and more. Advantages are high usability and support for multimedia, while disadvantages include need for complex hardware and higher costs.
This document defines and describes different types of search engines. It discusses how search engines work by storing websites in their databases through crawlers or human editors. The main types of search engines are defined as crawler-based like Google and Yahoo, directories like Yahoo Directory, hybrid search engines that use both crawlers and directories, and meta search engines that combine results from other search engines. Advantages include enabling quick searching of vast information, while disadvantages include information overload and privacy/security concerns. Limitations are that search engines cannot index the entire web.
Brain fingerprinting is a technique that uses EEG to measure electrical brain wave responses to stimuli presented on a computer in order to determine if a person has specific information stored in their brain. It works by presenting probes, targets, and irrelevant stimuli and measuring brain waves like P300 responses. The brain waves are analyzed using algorithms to determine if information is present or absent. It has been used in criminal cases and national security screenings with a reported 100% accuracy rate. However, it cannot determine how the information was acquired and may not work if the suspect has been exposed to the same information from other sources.
Elasticity vs. State? Exploring Kafka Streams Cassandra State StoreScyllaDB
kafka-streams-cassandra-state-store' is a drop-in Kafka Streams State Store implementation that persists data to Apache Cassandra.
By moving the state to an external datastore the stateful streams app (from a deployment point of view) effectively becomes stateless. This greatly improves elasticity and allows for fluent CI/CD (rolling upgrades, security patching, pod eviction, ...).
It also can also help to reduce failure recovery and rebalancing downtimes, with demos showing sporty 100ms rebalancing downtimes for your stateful Kafka Streams application, no matter the size of the application’s state.
As a bonus accessing Cassandra State Stores via 'Interactive Queries' (e.g. exposing via REST API) is simple and efficient since there's no need for an RPC layer proxying and fanning out requests to all instances of your streams application.
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QR Secure: A Hybrid Approach Using Machine Learning and Security Validation Functions to Prevent Interaction with Malicious QR Codes.
Aim of the Study: The goal of this research was to develop a robust hybrid approach for identifying malicious and insecure URLs derived from QR codes, ensuring safe interactions.
This is achieved through:
Machine Learning Model: Predicts the likelihood of a URL being malicious.
Security Validation Functions: Ensures the derived URL has a valid certificate and proper URL format.
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This study was my first introduction to using ML which has shown me the immense potential of ML in creating more secure digital environments!
This time, we're diving into the murky waters of the Fuxnet malware, a brainchild of the illustrious Blackjack hacking group.
Let's set the scene: Moscow, a city unsuspectingly going about its business, unaware that it's about to be the star of Blackjack's latest production. The method? Oh, nothing too fancy, just the classic "let's potentially disable sensor-gateways" move.
In a move of unparalleled transparency, Blackjack decides to broadcast their cyber conquests on ruexfil.com. Because nothing screams "covert operation" like a public display of your hacking prowess, complete with screenshots for the visually inclined.
Ah, but here's where the plot thickens: the initial claim of 2,659 sensor-gateways laid to waste? A slight exaggeration, it seems. The actual tally? A little over 500. It's akin to declaring world domination and then barely managing to annex your backyard.
For Blackjack, ever the dramatists, hint at a sequel, suggesting the JSON files were merely a teaser of the chaos yet to come. Because what's a cyberattack without a hint of sequel bait, teasing audiences with the promise of more digital destruction?
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This document presents a comprehensive analysis of the Fuxnet malware, attributed to the Blackjack hacking group, which has reportedly targeted infrastructure. The analysis delves into various aspects of the malware, including its technical specifications, impact on systems, defense mechanisms, propagation methods, targets, and the motivations behind its deployment. By examining these facets, the document aims to provide a detailed overview of Fuxnet's capabilities and its implications for cybersecurity.
The document offers a qualitative summary of the Fuxnet malware, based on the information publicly shared by the attackers and analyzed by cybersecurity experts. This analysis is invaluable for security professionals, IT specialists, and stakeholders in various industries, as it not only sheds light on the technical intricacies of a sophisticated cyber threat but also emphasizes the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in safeguarding critical infrastructure against emerging threats. Through this detailed examination, the document contributes to the broader understanding of cyber warfare tactics and enhances the preparedness of organizations to defend against similar attacks in the future.
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About Excel Automation and Excel Activities
About Data Manipulation and Data Conversion
About Strings and String Manipulation
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Excel Automation with the Modern Experience in Studio
Data Manipulation with Strings in Studio
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About UI automation and UI Activities
The Recording Tool: basic, desktop, and web recording
About Selectors and Types of Selectors
The UI Explorer
Using Wildcard Characters
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Selectors in Studio Deep Dive
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ScyllaDB is making a major architecture shift. We’re moving from vNode replication to tablets – fragments of tables that are distributed independently, enabling dynamic data distribution and extreme elasticity. In this keynote, ScyllaDB co-founder and CTO Avi Kivity explains the reason for this shift, provides a look at the implementation and roadmap, and shares how this shift benefits ScyllaDB users.
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What is RPA? Benefits of RPA?
RPA Applications
The UiPath End-to-End Automation Platform
UiPath Studio CE Installation and Setup
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UiPath Business Automation Platform
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Enterprise Knowledge’s Joe Hilger, COO, and Sara Nash, Principal Consultant, presented “Building a Semantic Layer of your Data Platform” at Data Summit Workshop on May 7th, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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1. (DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
A
Colloquium
On
COMPUTER PERIPHERAL
Under the supervision of
Mrs.Supriya Mishra Tiwari
(Asst. Professor)
Submitted By:
Adarsh kumar yadav
Roll no.1573713002
Submitted to:
Miss Anamika
(Asst. Professor)
2. Introduction
What is Computer Peripheral
Types of Computer Peripheral
Some Imp. Peripheral devices and their uses
What are not Computer Peripheral
Advantages and Disadvantages
Conclusion
References
3. A body of knowledge devoted to creating tools,
processing actions.
An application of science to solve a problem.
Technology is dynamic.
4. ( Commonly Operated Machine Particularly
Used for Technology , Education and Research)
Charles Babbage designed the first mechanical
computer in 1822, it was called Analytical
Engine.
6. Devices that are connected to the computer,
but is not a part of core computer architecture.
Device that is used to put information into or
get information out of the computer.
7. 1.Input devices - Used to interact with , or send
data to the computer. Ex- Mouse , Keyboard etc.
2.Output devices - Provide output to the user
from the computer. Ex-Monitor , Printer etc.
3.Storage devices - Store data processed by
computer. Ex-Hard drives , Flash drive etc.
9. 1. KEYBOARD :-
Made up of push button switches which send a signal to the
CPU each time we press them.
Having alphabet, numbers, function ,special keys.
Software keyboard or on screen keyboard display an image of
a keyboard on the screen.
The AT keyboard is a keyboard with 84 keys, It was later
replaced with the 101-key .
It can be used for shortcuts ,helpful in DOS command (where
mouse doesn’t work)
10.
11. 2.MONITOR:-
An electronic visual display for computers.
Technology used for computer monitor:-
1.CRT 2. LCD etc.
The first computer monitor used cathode ray tubes (CRTs).
The first desktop LCD computer monitors was the Eizo L66
in the mid-1990s.
Present in many aspect ratio (width:height) in market.
13. Introduced in 1956 for an IBM computer.
It is used to store data for long time (Permanent storage). Data
can include the computer's operating system and applications
as well as personal files including photographs, documents
and music.
2 types of Hard drive:-1.HDD-Hard disc drive(Magnetic disc)
2.SDD-Solid state drive
Each computer have a Hard drive.
14.
15. 1.Power Supply Unit
2.Motherboard
3.C.P.U.
4.R.A.M.
Computer Case
(The devices that without which a computer
can not process , even a single task )
16.
17. ADVANTAGES
1.JOYSTICK:-Easy to learn
to use.
2.REMOTE CONTROL:-
Each function can have its
own button making them
very simple to use.
3. DIGITAL CAMERA:-
No film is needed and
unwanted images can be
deleted straight away.
4.HEADPHONE:- Easy to
use and keep.
5.STORAGE DEVICE:-
Very fast to access the data
and cheap to buy.
DISADVANTAGES
1. Directions in simple
joysticks are limited
2. They cannot be used to
control anything other than
the device they were
designed for.
3. Images often have to be
compressed to avoid using
up too much expensive.
4.It required digital sound
signal to convert.
5.Saved data are deleted ,if
device fails.
18. A peripheral device is generally any auxiliary
device that connects to and works with the computer
to increase functionality of computer.
Peripheral devices can be input/output, external or
internal. Some devices, such as video display
terminals, may provide both input and output.
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