Basic Computer
Operations
By: Eliza & Isha 10I
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A computer is an electronic
device that processes data
into meaningful information.
It performs the IPOS cycle:
What is a
Computer? → →
Input Process Output →
Storage
Examples: Desktop, Laptop,
Tablet, Smartphone.
1. Hardware: Physical parts
Components (Monitor, CPU, Keyboard, Mouse).
2. Software: Programs that run
of a on hardware (e.g., MS Word,
Computer Paint).
3. Operating System: Manages
all activities (e.g., Windows,
Linux)
Components
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Basic
Computer 1. Inputting Data – Using
keyboard, mouse, scanner.
Operations 2. Processing Data – CPU
processes instructions.
3. Outputting Information –
Monitor, printer, speakers.
4. Storing Data – Hard disk, pen
drive, cloud.
5. Communicating – Email, video
calls, and the internet.
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Starting and Shutting Down the Computer
STEPS TO START:
Plug in → Press power → OS loads → Desktop appears
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STEPS TO SHUT DOWN:
Save work → Click Start → Power → Shut down
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Keyboard: Used for text
entry and shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl
+ C to copy).
Using Keyboard Mouse: Used for pointing,
and Mouse clicking, dragging, and
dropping.
Touchpad: Used in laptops
for navigation.
Managing Files
and Folders File: A collection of data
(e.g., document, image).
Folder: A container to
organize files.
Operations: Create,
Rename, Copy, Move,
Delete.
Tool: File Explorer or
Finder.
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MS WORD Creating documents
Working
with
Applications MS EXCEL Managing data
MS POWER POINT Presentations
BROWSER Internet access
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Browsing information
Email and
communication
Internet and its Online learning and AI
Uses tools
Cloud storage
ACTION SHOTRCUT
Common
Copy Ctrl + C
Shortcut
Keys Paste Ctrl + V
Save Ctrl + S
Undo Ctrl + Z
Select All Ctrl + A
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Switch Application Alt + Tab
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ICT Safety and Security - DO’S
Keep antivirus Save files Log out after
updated regularly use
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ICT Safety and Security - DONT’S
Download from Share Ignore updates
unknown sites passwords
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