What are the functions of a computer - English
What are the functions of a computer - English
The computer are used today for an almost unlimited range of applications. However, irrespective of the application for which a computer is used we can identify a few basic functions that are performed by all computers> All the computer applications are make use of these basic function of computers in different ways and combinations. There are basically for basic functions of computers - input, storage, processing and output. These are described below:
- Input -
Of course there are many other type of devices for receiving such information - for example, the web cam. Computers are also able to receive information stored in other devices like DVD disks and pen drives.
Computers are also able to receive information from other computers and similar devices. When we use computers for automatic control of machines and processes, computers are also receive information directly from such equipments and processes.
- Storage
The auxiliary memory includes devices such as fixed hard drives. The information stored in computer can also be divided broadly used in two categories. The user data and the instructions used for internal operation and processing in the compute. These instruction are what we call computer programs or software.
- Processing
- Output
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