computer systems

computer systems

1. software

   • hardware
     • cpu
       • cpu architecture
         • harvard architecture
         • von neumann architecture
     • physical components of a computer system
   • the prgrams and applications of a computer system

2. 3 main types

   • genral purpose computer
     • programmed to perform a wide range of tasks
       • typical desktop system
         • example of desktop laptop or tablet device
   • dedicated systems
     • they are produced to perform a single function or set of functions
       • an example would be a ticket vending machine found ina railway station
         • its not capable of performing any other task