The Tech of Today
Today’s Technology
Computer
Computer
Receives Input Shows the Output
Processes Input
Input
Shows the Output
Processes Input
Input
Process
Shows the Output
Input
Process
Output
Input
Input = Data
Input
Process
Output
Process
Arithmetic Operations Logical Operations
Input
Process
Output
Output
Output = Information
Components of a Computer
The itsy-bitsy things in your PC
Input Devices
Devices that allow you to enter data
into your computer.
Output Devices
Shows processed data or
information.
System Unit
Contains the components of your computer
that processes data.
Storage Devices
Writes and reads items for the computer
to access.
Communication Devices
Enables a computer to send or retrieve
data from other devices.
Capabilities of a Computer
What a computer should posses
Characteristics of a Computer
Speed Accurate Reliable Versatile Storage
Capacity
Other Capabilities of a Computers
• Ability to store and retrieve information
• Ability to provide new time dimensions
• Ability to perform mathematical and certain logic operations
• Ability to check itself
• Ability to control errors
Advantages of a Computer
Computer Pros
Advantages of a Computer
• Computers can do the same task repetitively with same accuracy.
• Computers do not get tired or bored.
• Computers can take up routine tasks while releasing human resource for more
intelligent functions.
Disadvantages of a Computer
Computer Cons
Disadvantages of a Computer
• Computers have no intelligence; they follow the instructions blindly without
considering the outcome.
• Regular electric supply is necessary to make computers work, which could
prove difficult everywhere especially in developing nations.
Other Disadvantages of a Computer
Computer Cons
Other Disadvantages of a Computer
• Health Risks
• Violation of Privacy
• Public Safety
• Impact on Labor Force
• Impact on Environment
Green Computing
Reduce impact to environment
Recycling
Proper disposal
Regulating Extending the life of
manufacturing computers
processes
Power
Conservation
Categories of Computers
Different Types of Computers
Desktop Computers or Personal Computers
Mobile Computer
Mobile Device
Game Console
Servers
Mainframe Computers
Embedded Computers
Elements of a Computer System
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Hardware Software Data
People Procedures
Thank you!
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