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Group Assignment 1

This document provides an introduction to computer concepts. It outlines the learning outcomes which are to discuss computer hardware, understand computer accessories, and identify memory and storage capacity. The document then covers these topics, defining hardware components like the CPU, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. It discusses input, output, and processing. Accessories like speakers and joysticks are also mentioned. The document explains the differences between primary memory like ROM and secondary storage options like hard disks, flash drives, and CDs/DVDs. An assessment activity tests the identification of these components.

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84 views14 pages

Group Assignment 1

This document provides an introduction to computer concepts. It outlines the learning outcomes which are to discuss computer hardware, understand computer accessories, and identify memory and storage capacity. The document then covers these topics, defining hardware components like the CPU, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. It discusses input, output, and processing. Accessories like speakers and joysticks are also mentioned. The document explains the differences between primary memory like ROM and secondary storage options like hard disks, flash drives, and CDs/DVDs. An assessment activity tests the identification of these components.

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WELCOME

TITLE: OFFICE DATA PROCESSING


LEVEL: 3
TOPIC: INTRODUCTION TO
COMPUTER CONCEPTS

GROUP MEMBERS: 200516553


200937813
INTRODUCTION
OUTCOMES
• When you completed this module, you will be
able to :

 Discuss computer hardware


 Understand and explain the use of computer
accessories
 Identify and explain the memory and storage
capacity of a computer
MENU

 Introduction
 Computer hardware
 Use of computer accessories
 Test your knowledge
Discuss computer hardware

The computer is a collection of devices that


functions as a unit..
 Hardware: is all the physical of the computer.
 CPU: The Central Processing Unit /case/tower in a box
containing the individual part of the computer.
 Keyboard: is the primary input device used for
communicate with the computer
 Mouse: is an input device used to point at objects and to
select them.
 Monitor : is used to display the output of the computer to
the user.
Next
Computer hardware components
continue
• Electronic device: – uses electronic signals
– Input - entering data
– Operation – manipulating data
– Output – sending out/retrieving information

Input Operation Output

Next
Hardware
component
Hardware components
 Input devices: keyboard
 Process: CPU
 Memory: store data
 Output device: monitor or printer
Understanding and explaining the use
of computer accessories
 Output device: Speakers

 Input device: Joystick


Identifying and explaining the memory
and storage capacity of a computer
• Primary memory: Read Only Memory (ROM)
• Stores programs (instructions) and data permanently
• Causes the computer to operate (BIOS)
• Nonvolatile storage medium
• Secondary/external memory
• Diskette
• Flash drives
• Memory sticks
• Hard disk/drive
• Discs
– CD
– ROM
– DVD
ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY
1. Study the images of the computer components mark A-E answer the
questions which follow. Where required typed ONLY the letter of the
alphabet (A-E) next to the question number (1.1.1 – 1.1.5)

A B C

D E

1.1 Which device is used to select icons and applications quickly? …………………
1.2 What are the similarities between devices B and E? ……………………
1.3 Which device is the most popular output device that produces paper copies
of information? ………………..
Incorrect answer
1.1 E
1.2 Output devices
1.3 C
 Click on the button below to try again

Try again
Correct answers
1.1 B
1.2 Input devices
1.3 D

 Click on the menu button to return to the


outcomes

Menu
Thank you for listening

• Click to exit the programme

Next Menu

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