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Overview of Computer Evolution and Components

The document outlines the evolution of computers from the first generation using vacuum tubes to the fifth generation utilizing ULSI and silicon chips. It describes the main components of a computer system, including input devices, the CPU, and output devices. Additionally, it lists basic software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

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Overview of Computer Evolution and Components

The document outlines the evolution of computers from the first generation using vacuum tubes to the fifth generation utilizing ULSI and silicon chips. It describes the main components of a computer system, including input devices, the CPU, and output devices. Additionally, it lists basic software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

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EVOLUTION OF COMPUTERS
First Generation (1946-1954)- Vacuum Tubes
Second Generation (1955-1965)- Transistors
Third Generation (1968-1975)-Integrated Circuits
Fourth Generation(1976-1980)-Very large Scale Integrated
Circuits
Fifth Generation(1980-till today)-ULSI & SILICON CHIP
COMPONENTS OF A COMPUTER SYSTEM
INPUT DEVICES=Provide data from the outside world to the
processor. E.g. keyboard, mouse , joystick & scanners
Central Processing Unit(CPU)=Also called the processor, this is
the heart or brain of the computer system. Carries out the
calculations for the program and controls the other
components of the system.
OUTPUT DEVICES=allows the processor to communicate the
results of its work to the outside world. E.g. monitors,
printers, speakers & LCD displays
BASIC SOFTWARE TOOLS
Microsoft Word- A word processing software used to create ,
edit , and print documents
Microsoft Excel- A spread sheet software used to store ,
organize and analyse data.
Microsoft PowerPoint-A presentation software used to create
and display Slideshows
Microsoft Access-A database management software used to
store, organise and manage data
THANK YOU ALL FOR COMING AND FOR
YOUR UTMOST ATTENTION, BEFORE
CLOSING I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE ANYONE A
CHANCE TO ASK ANY QUESTION IF THERE IS.

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