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Class11 ComputerSystem Notes

The document provides an overview of computer systems, detailing the components such as hardware, software, and users. It explains the functions of a computer, the types of memory, and the distinction between a computer and a computer system. Additionally, it covers the input-output cycle and includes corrections for clarity and updated examples.

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Class11 ComputerSystem Notes

The document provides an overview of computer systems, detailing the components such as hardware, software, and users. It explains the functions of a computer, the types of memory, and the distinction between a computer and a computer system. Additionally, it covers the input-output cycle and includes corrections for clarity and updated examples.

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Class 11 CBSE Computer Science - Chapter 1: Computer System

What is a Computer?

- An electronic device that inputs, processes, stores & outputs data.

- Works on IPO cycle: Input -> Process -> Output.

Components of a Computer System

1. Hardware

- Physical parts of a computer (e.g., CPU, RAM, mouse).

- Input: Keyboard, mouse, scanner, webcam.

- Output: Monitor, printer, speakers.

- Storage: HDD, SSD, USB drive, CD/DVD.

- Processing: CPU

2. Software

- Set of programs that run on hardware.

- System Software: OS (Windows, Linux, macOS), Drivers, Translators

- Application Software: MS Word, Tally, etc.

3. Peopleware (User)

- Users, developers, IT professionals.

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

- Brain of computer.

- ALU: calculations, logic.

- CU: controls all operations.

- Registers: small, fast memory.


Memory Units

- 1 KB = 1024 Bytes

- 1 MB = 1024 KB

- 1 GB = 1024 MB

- 1 TB = 1024 GB

Types of Memory

1. Primary Memory: RAM (volatile), ROM (non-volatile)

2. Secondary Memory: HDD, SSD, USB

3. Cache: Between CPU and RAM

4. Registers: Inside CPU

I/O Devices

- Input: Keyboard, mouse

- Output: Monitor, printer

- Both: Touch screen, modem

Software Types - Extra Details

- Assembler: Assembly -> Machine

- Compiler: High-level -> Machine (whole program)

- Interpreter: High-level -> Machine (line-by-line)

Computer System vs Computer

- Computer System = Hardware + Software + User

- Computer = Just the machine


Functions of Computer

1. Input

2. Processing

3. Storage

4. Output

5. Control

Miscellaneous

- Binary language (0s & 1s)

- Data = Raw facts; Information = Processed data

- Booting = Starting the computer

- OS is essential for operations

Corrections Made

- Updated outdated OS examples (e.g., added macOS)

- Added Cache and Register Memory (for clarity)

- Clarified Interpreter vs Compiler

- Simplified tech terms for better CBSE understanding

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