C.W. 7 Mind Map Parts of a Whole. Hardware and Software

1. Software

1.1. Software is the set of programs (instructions) that tell a computer what to do, like phone applications, editing programs, and entertainment services.

2. Application Software (Apps)

2.1. Application software (apps) are programs that allow the user to complete tasks.

2.1.1. * A WEB DEVELOPER is a programmer who makes application software that runs on websites. * A MOBILE DEVELOPER is a programmer who writes application software for mobile devices like phones and tablets. *A GAME DEVELOPER is a programmer who develops application software video games.

3. System Software

3.1. System software are the programs that make sure the individual hardware devices work together and properly with other programs.

3.1.1. OPERATING SYSTEMS Programs that communicate with hardware, allowing other programs to run in the background.

4. HARDWARE+SOFTWARE=FINAL RESULT

4.1. EΧ AMPLES

4.1.1. CAMERA+PHOTO APP=PHONE TO TAKE SELFIES

4.1.1.1. KEYBOARD+PRINTER +WORD PROCESSING PROGRAM=PRINTED PARTY INVITATION

4.1.1.1.1. CAR+SENSORS+CAMERAS+STREET NAVIGATION PROGRAM=SELF-DRIVING CAR

5. Output

5.1. Output refers to the parts that the computer uses to send information to you.

6. GRAPHICS PROCESSING UNIT (GPU)

6.1. The GPU delivers images, animations, and videos that can be viewed on the computer’s screen.

7. Hardware

7.1. Hardware is the physical parts of a computer, like the keyboard, mouse, and screen.

8. Input

8.1. Input refers to the parts used to send information to a computer, including a keyboard, mouse, game controller, and webcam.

9. Storage

9.1. Storage refers to the parts that the computer uses to store information, including hard drives, USB FLASH DRIVES , CDs, and RAM .

10. Processing

10.1. The processing parts of the computer run programs, interpret input, and supply output, including the central processing unit (CPU) and the graphics processing unit (GPU).

11. CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)

11.1. This is the brain of a computer. It receives input information and executes commands from other hardware and software.