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Identify Different Type and Parts of Computer Explain Hardware Component of A Computer

This document provides an overview of computer hardware and types of computers. It defines a computer as an electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data. Hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer. Software contains instructions that tell hardware what to do. There are several types of computers including desktops, laptops, servers, tablets, and smartphones, which vary in their portability, power, and uses.

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Identify Different Type and Parts of Computer Explain Hardware Component of A Computer

This document provides an overview of computer hardware and types of computers. It defines a computer as an electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data. Hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer. Software contains instructions that tell hardware what to do. There are several types of computers including desktops, laptops, servers, tablets, and smartphones, which vary in their portability, power, and uses.

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Lesson 1

Computer Hardware

Learning Objectives:

 Identify different type and parts of computer


 Explain hardware component of a computer.

Computer

 A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or "data." It can store,


retrieve, and process data.

Hardware

 It is any part of your computer that has a physical structure.

Software

 It is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do.

Different types of computer


Desktop Computer

 Desktop computers are designed for use at a desk


or table. They are typically larger and more
powerful than other types of personal computers.
Desktop computers are made up of separate
components.

Laptop

 Is battery or AC-powered personal computer that are more


portable than desktop computers, allowing you to use them
almost anywhere.
Server

 It a computer that "serves up" information to other computers on a


network.
 A server is an example of a computer program or device that accepts and
responds to requests made by another program, known as a client.

Tablet

 A tablet, tablet computer, or tablet PC is a mobile computing device


designed to be held in one or two hands.
 It is approximately the size of a hardcover book (seven inches or
bigger), and resembles a large smartphone

Smartphones

 Is a cell phone that allows you to do more than make phone calls and
send text messages
 Can browse the Internet and run software programs like a computer.
 Use a touch screen to allow users to interact with them

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