Fundementals of computer systems

Fundementals of computer systems

1. Input: Input is a way to put data into a computer, it is usually in the form of a keyboard, mouse or touchscreen, and however there are loads of ways to put data into a computer.

2. CPU: The central processing unit (CPU) is where all the data from input devices are processed, decisions are made using binary, it also sends out all the output data.

3. Output: When the data has been processed, it is sent out as an output and usually displayed on a monitor, by a speaker, or using a printer

4. Storage: Data and processed information is stored here, it is usually in the form of a USB stick, a Hard Drive or RAM. It stays here until needed or it can stay there until deleted.

5. Development in software and hardware has enabled new methods of communication amongst teenagers. A great example of where software has advanced for people to communicate especially for teenagers is Facebook. You can access Facebook from your phone, computer etc.

6. How to get a input device to a computer One way of getting an input device into a computer is by putting an object like a mouse which has a USB plug on the end of it into the USB port. By doing this your object you want to put into the computer will function. This is only an example as there are lots of different ways of getting an input to a computer.

7. Importance of computers. People these days are very dependent on computers. Computers are used in everyday household appliances such as fridges and microwave ovens. Your mobile phone is a computer system, your TV and games console are too. When you go home the car has a computer controlling the engine as well as the car’s GPS and stereo (which are also computer systems).