Class Note on
Introduction to Computer Basics
By
Nelson Singnar
Subject: Introduction to Computer Basics Diploma I& II
1. Basic of Computer
1.1. Introduction to Computer
The word Computer is derived from the Latin word “Compute” or “Computare”,
which means “Calculator” or “Calculation” “To Calculate” “to Counts” “to Sum up” “to
think together”. Therefore, in colloquial language, the computer is considered as a
calculating device that can do arithmetic’s and logical operations with speed. But in today’s
generation the definition of Computer has changed, the use of computer is not limited in
calculating numbers, now it used in very wide, like music, graphics, internet and Games etc.
is happening in many Computer users. Therefore, Computer is an Electronic Device or
Machine that accepts raw data as input, processes it using a set of software or instruction at
high speed, stores it, and produces it as output results. The Computer accepts and manipulate
data according to our need.
1.2. Types of Computer
There are many types of Computer which has been used in different place according
to the need. The types of Computer are following below:-
i. Analog Computer
Analog Computer is mostly used in medical Sciences. This kind of computer is useful
for analyzing on continuous data values calculation. Example, for checking pressure and any
similar values etc. these computers are well suited to simulating systems. A Simulators helps
to conduct experiments repeatedly in real time environment. E.g., Aircraft simulation, nuclear
power plants, hydraulic and Electronic networks.
ii. Digital Computer
Digital Computer is the mostly used computer on a digital technique which is widely
used and preferred now a day. This kind of Computer used microprocessor technology which
is quite digital and able to calculate and execute millions of instruction within a second.
There are some types of Digital computer we can find today in our hand.
a) Micro Computer: The processor of Micro Computer is very small, therefore the
microprocessor and device is called Micro Computer and the Micro Computer is
single user device, e.g. Desktop, Laptop, Notebook, MacBook, Palmtop and PDA
etc.
b) Mini Computer: The Process
c) Mainframe Computer
d) Super Computer
iii. Hybrid Computer
iv. Micro Computer
v. Mini Computer
vi. Main Frame Computer
vii. Super Computer
1.3. Evolution of Computer and Its Applications
1.4. Memory and Storage
2. Number System
2.1. Introduction to Number System
2.2. Types of Number System
2.3. Number System Conversion
2.4. Binary Codes
2.5. Alphanumeric Codes
3. Operating System (OS)
3.1. Introduction to Operating System
3.2. Types of Operating System
3.3. Installation of Windows
3.4. Linux Operating System
3.5. Mac Operating System
4. Word Processing
4.1. Introduction to MS Word.
4.2. Element of MS word Windows
4.3. Basic MS Word Command
4.4. Text Creation and Manipulation
4.5. Table Creation and Manipulation
4.6. Handling Graphic in The Document
4.7. Chart
4.8. Inserting Word Art
4.9. Header & Footer
4.10. Border and Shading
4.11. Inserting Footnote/Endnote
4.12. Spelling and Grammar
4.13. Mail Marge
4.14. MS Shortcut Keys
5. Spreadsheet
5.1. Introduction to Spreadsheet
5.2. Elements of Spreadsheet
5.3. Creating of Spreadsheet
5.4. Printing Worksheet
5.5. Data Programing
5.6. Entering, Editing, and Formatting Data
5.7. Modifying Cells, Columns, and Rows
5.8. Autofill
5.9. Formulas, Functions, and Charts
5.10. Macro
5.11. Shortcuts Keys
6. Presentation
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Creation of Presentation
6.3. Manipulating Slides
6.4. Effects and Transition
6.5. Customized Slide
6.6. Views used in PowerPoint
6.7. Creating and Using Master Slide
6.8. Running Slide
6.9. Printing Slide
6.10. Shortcuts Keys
Bibliography
Mishra, V. and Pandey, P. K. ADCA/DCA/DOA. Prayagraj: T. Balaji Publication, 2023.