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The document provides an overview of computers, defining them as programmable devices that store, retrieve, and process data. It categorizes various types of computers, including desktops, laptops, hybrids, netbooks, tablets, smartphones, and wearables, and outlines the five main components necessary for a computer to function: motherboard, CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage devices. Additionally, it explains the basic elements and functions of a computer, emphasizing input, processing, output, and storage.

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3 Computer Technology Compressed

The document provides an overview of computers, defining them as programmable devices that store, retrieve, and process data. It categorizes various types of computers, including desktops, laptops, hybrids, netbooks, tablets, smartphones, and wearables, and outlines the five main components necessary for a computer to function: motherboard, CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage devices. Additionally, it explains the basic elements and functions of a computer, emphasizing input, processing, output, and storage.

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Ms. Mary Jade C.

Jakosalem, LPT, MBA

COMPUTER
TECHNOLOGY
WHAT IS A
COMPUTER?
A programmable device that stores,
retrieves, and processes data.

Electronic devices that accept data


(input), transforms (process) that data,
produce information (output), and
store (storage) the results.
TYPES OF
COMPUTERS
DESKTOP
COMPUTER
A computer that fits on or under a
desk.

It usually has a keyboard,


monitor, mouse and a system
unit/CPU.
LAPTOP
Also called as a portable
computer.

Runs using AC power or


batteries, such as NiMH,
NiCad, or Li-ion packs.
HYBRID
COMPUTER
Also called as a 2-in-1 PC.

Comprises a screen and a detachable


keyboard.

Combines the functionality of a laptop


computer and a tablet. It has the power
of a computer but the portability of a
tablet.

One example is Microsoft Surface.


NETBOOK

Sometimes referred to as mini notebook,


mini laptop, or subnotebook.

Netbook is a term coined by Intel.

It describes a portable computer about


half the size of a traditional laptop.
TABLET
A mobile computing device designed to
be held in one or two hands.

Approximately the size of a hardcover


book (7 inches or bigger), and resembles
a large smartphone.

Notebook-sized mobile computers,


equipped with touchscreens.
TYPES OF TABLET COMPUTERS
SMART
PHONES
It is a cellphone that allows you to do more
than make phone calls and send text
messages.

Smartphones can browse the Internet and


run software programs like a computer.

Uses a touchscreen to let users interact with


them.
WEARABLE
COMPUTERS
Also called as wearables.

They are electronic devices worn on the


human body.

Common features of wearables are: always


on, designed to be used while doing
something (multitasking devices), can
usually connect to smartphones and include
networking features.
FIVE MAIN
COMPONENTS NEEDED
FOR A COMPUTER TO
WORK
MOTHERBOARD
A component that connects all other
components.

The motherboard is a glue that holds


everything.

All components of a computer communicate


through a circuit board (motherboard).
CENTRAL
PROCESSING
UNIT (CPU)

It is dubbed as the brain of the computer.

It is a component that executes instructions


from the software and hardware.
GRAPHICS
PROCESSING
UNIT (GPU)
Also called as a graphics card.

Card components that make it possible for a


computers to generate high-end visuals (usually
used for games and 3D modelling).

Communicates directly with the display monitor.


RANDOM
ACCESS
MEMORY (RAM)
Also known as a volatile memory (because it gets
erased every time the computer restarts).

A temporary primary storage that stores data regarding


frequently accessed programs and processes.

It helps programs and games start up and close quickly.


STORAGE
DEVICE
Slower secondary storage
that permanently stores data.
Modern computers either use a
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State
Drive (SSD).

HDDs are made of an actual disk onto which data is stored. The disk is read by a
mechanical arm.

SSDs have no moving parts and are faster than a hard drive, because no time is spent
waiting for a mechanical arm to find data on a physical location on a disk.
FIVE BASIC ELEMENTS OF A COMPUTER
ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMABLE

A computer must be able to


All computers are powered
follow a set of instructions
by electricity.
(programs) to operate.

RETRIEVE

STORAGE A computer must be able to


retrieve the information that it has
stored. Storing is meaningless if
PROCESS
A computer is like an
you cannot retrieve files.
electronic filing cabinet for it
must be able to store A computer must be able to
information. manipulate and transform
the information it has stored.
FOUR BASIC FUNCTIONS OF A COMPUTER
INPUT PROCESS

It is the procedure of feeding Operation of manipulating and transforming


data into something useful. A program which
data into a computer. A typical
is a set of written instructions tels the
way to enter data into a computer how to manipulate and transform
computer is using a keyboard. data into information.

OUTPUT STORAGE

Result of the processing function. Once Computer can save data so that
data is processed into information, the it can be retrieved and used for
computer must produce and present that
another time. One of the great
information in a form that you can
understand. advantages of computers.
ANY
QUESTIONS?

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