Hardware and software definitions

Hardware and software definitions with some examples

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Hardware and software definitions von Mind Map: Hardware and software definitions

1. Software definition is: the set of programs (instructions) that tell a computer what to do, like phone applications, editing programs, and entertainment services. There are all kinds of software.

1.1. A closer look at software

1.1.1. Application Software (Apps): Are programs that allow the user to complete tasks. Word processors, internet browsers, and games are all examples of application software.

1.1.1.1. Examples

1.1.1.1.1. A WEB DEVELOPER

1.1.1.1.2. A MOBILE DEVELOPER

1.1.1.1.3. A GAME DEVELOPER

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

2. Hardware definition is: the physical parts of a computer.

2.1. A closer look at hardware parts

2.1.1. Input: refers to the parts used to send information to a computer.

2.1.2. Storage: refers to the parts that the computer uses to store information.

2.1.3. Processing: 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).

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

2.1.5. GPU: This part of the computer focuses on graphics. Graphics are images of all kinds

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

3. Examples

3.1. Hardware + Software = Final result

3.1.1. Camera + Photo app = Take selfies

3.1.2. Keyboard + printer + word processing program = Printed party invitation

3.1.3. Car + sensors + camera + street navegation program = Self-driving car