Computer Basics
Two main categories of input devices?
Manual and Automated/DDE/Digital
part of the computer that is referred to as the "brain"
CPU
A thumb drive is an example of which category of hardware devices
Storage Device
A computer designed to meet the needs of one individual
What is PC/Desktop/Laptop
use to get data and instruction into the computer
Input devices
Input device used by banks to process cheque
What is MICR
The most used output device
What is Monitor/Screen/touchscreen
A portable computer that has a monitor, keyboard, touchpad, and speakers in one single unit
What is laptop
4 to 200 users at a time
mini computer
Any hardware device connected to the computer that expands the computer's input, output, and storage capabilities.
What is peripheral device
programs like games downloaded onto mobile devices
What is App
This computer is small and can be carried in your pocket, has immediate access to the internet, email, etc.
What is Mobile Device/Cell phone
A large powerful computer that carries out different tasks up to a thousands users at the same time.
What is Mainframe Computer
Parts of a computer system we can see but CAN'T touch
Software
A hardware device that temporarily holds data while it is processed by CPU
RAM
This type of computer is used by banks, utility companies, insurance companies, airlines, etc...
What is mainframe
This type of computer is also called "Midrange Computers"
Mini-Computers
Computers are classified based on these five elements
Size, Functionality, data handling, price and speed
List 4 examples of output devices
What is printer, speakers, monitor, plotter, headphones
Keyboard is to Text while Microphone is to____________?
Audio/sound
This type of Computer is also referred to as the "Number Cruncher"
Super Computer
This type of Computers are commonly used in Devices such as Washing machine, Cameras
What is Embedded Computer