Tuesday, February 23, 2016

What is a computer

            First we need to know what is a computer. The computer is combination of hardware and software. We cant use only hardware or software. They are combination working.  In other words A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.
History of computer. First type of computer is counting rods. People cant believe it. But it is data processing. Invented the first mechanical computer in the early 19th century. Mechanical analog computing reached its zenith with the differential analyzer, built by Hazen and Vannevar Bush at MIT starting in 1927.  
Type of computer. Actual personal computers can be generally classified by size and chassis/case.  Computer has tower model. The main advantage of tower models is that there are fewer space constraints, which makes installation of additional storage devices easier.  Desktop model: A computer designed to fit comfortably on top of a desk, typically with the monitor sitting on top of the computer. And laptop, subnotebook, hand-held, palmtop, PDA computer etc.
Parts of computer. System unit/RAM, CPU etc/, Hard disk drive, CD and DVD drives, Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor are part of computer. They are join to create computer.

 We are using everyday in computer and that is simple necessary.   In the current world, it’s almost impossible to imagine that someone can live  without computers. Computers have become an electronic device of almost every day use for individuals of every age. /245 word/

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