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Introduction To Computers: ECC - DA103
Introduction To Computers: ECC - DA103
Chapter 1
Introduction to Computers
1
Objectives Overview
2
Objectives Overview
3
A World of Computers
4
What Is a Computer?
5
What Is a Computer?
6
The Components of a Computer
7
The Components of a Computer
8
Advantages and Disadvantages
of Using Computers
Advantages of Disadvantages of
Using Computers Using Computers
9
Advantages and Disadvantages
of Using Computers
• Green computing involves reducing the electricity
consumed and environmental waste generated when
using a computer
• Strategies include:
– Recycling
– Regulating manufacturing processes
– Extending the life of computers
– Immediately donating or properly disposing of replaced computers
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Networks and the Internet
11
Networks and the Internet
12
Networks and the Internet
13
Networks and the Internet
14
Computer Software
15
Computer Software
16
Computer Software
17
Categories of Computers
18
Personal Computers
19
Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices
20
Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices
21
Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices
22
Game Consoles
23
Servers
24
Mainframes
25
Supercomputers
26
Embedded Computers
27
Embedded Computers
28
Examples of Computer Usage
29
Examples of Computer Usage
30
Computer Applications in Society
31
Computer Applications in Society
32
Summary
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