1. What is a Computer?
1.1. - A computer is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in it’s own memory.
2. Advantages and disadvantages of Using Computers
2.1. -Advantages of Using Computers
2.1.1. • Spee
2.1.2. • Reliability
2.1.3. • Consistency
2.1.4. • Storage
2.1.5. • Communications
2.2. -Disadvantages of Using Computers
2.2.1. • Health Risks
2.2.2. • Violation of Privacy
2.2.3. • Public Safety
2.2.4. • Impact on Labor force
2.2.5. • Impact on Environment
3. The Components of a Computer
3.1. Input Device
3.1.1. • Allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.
3.2. Output Device
3.2.1. • Hardware component that conveys information to one or more people.
3.3. System Unit
3.3.1. • Case that contain the electronic component of the computer that are used to process data.
3.4. Storage Device
3.4.1. • Holds data, Instructions, and formation for future use.
3.5. Communications Device
3.5.1. • Enables a computer to send and receive data instruction to and from one or more computer or mobile devices.
4. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Computer
4.1. - Green computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.
4.2. - Strategies Include
4.2.1. • Recycling
4.2.2. • Regulating manufacturing processes
4.2.3. • Extending the life of computers
4.2.4. • Immediately donating or properly disposing of replaced computers
5. Computer Software
5.1. - Software, also called a program, tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them.
5.2. - Installing is the process of setting up software to work with the computer, printer, and other hardware.
6. Personal Computers
6.1. - A personal computer can perform all of It’s input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself.
6.2. - Two popular architectures are the PC and the Apple.
6.2.1. • Desktop computer
7. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices
7.1. - Notebook computer
7.2. - Tablet PC
7.3. - Smart phone
7.4. - PDA
7.5. - Handheld computer
7.6. - Portable media player
7.7. - Digital camera
8. Game Consoles
8.1. - A game console is a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games
9. Objectives Overview
9.1. -Explain why computer literacy is vital to success in today’s world
9.2. -Define the term computer, and describe the between data and information.
9.3. Describe the five components of a computer.
9.4. -Discuss the advantages that users experience when working with computer.
9.5. -Define the term network, and identify benefits of sharing resources on a network.
9.6. -Discuss the uses of the internet and world wide web.
9.7. Distinguish between system software and application software.
9.8. Differentiate among types, sizes, and function of computer in the each category.
10. A world of computer
10.1. -Computers are everywhere.
11. Networks and the Internet
11.1. - A network is a collection of computers and device connected together, often wirelessly , via communications device and transmission media.
11.2. - The internet is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational instructions, and individuals.
11.3. -People use the Internet for a variety of reasons
11.3.1. Communicate
11.3.2. Research and Access Information
11.3.3. Shop
11.3.4. Bank and Invest
11.3.5. Online Trading
11.3.6. Entertainment
11.3.7. Download Music
11.3.8. Share Videos
11.3.9. Web Application