Basic Computer Knowledge
1. What is a computer?
Ans: A computer is an electronic machine that takes input, processes it,
and gives output.
Example: 2 + 2 = (computer shows) 4
2. How computer works (IPO Cycle)?
Input = Data is given
Process = Computer works on data
Output = Result is shown
Example:
Typing your name = it appears on screen.
3. Parts of computer
CPU = Brain
Monitor = Screen
Keyboard = Typing
Mouse = Clicking
Example: You type on keyboard and result shows on the monitor.
4. What is CPU?
CPU is the brain of the computer. It controls all work.
Example: Opening a game = CPU runs it
5. Input devices
Devices used to give data.
Example: Keyboard , Mouse
Example use: Typing = Input
6. Output devices
Devices that show results.
Examples: Monitor, Printer
Example use: Watching video = Output
7. Memory
Memory stores data.
RAM (Random Access Memory): Temporary
Example: Playing a game
ROM (Read Only Memory): Permanent
Example: System data
8. Hardware & Software
Hardware : Physical parts
Example: Keyboard
Software: Programs
Example: Windows
9. Internet
Internet connects computers worldwide.
Example: Using Google
10. Modem
A modem connects computer to internet.
Example: Wi-Fi device
11. Types of computer
Desktop, Laptop, Mobile
Example: Your phone
12. Uses of computer
Study, Games, Communication
Example: Online classes
13. Advantages
Fast, Accurate, Stores data
14. Disadvantages
Eye strain, Virus, Addiction
15. Robotics
Robotics is making and using robots.
Example: Robot vacuum
Homework:
Write the given questions in your notebook and find the full forms
of the following abbreviations from the internet.
USB
URL
HTML
LAN
Wi-Fi