INFORMATION AND

COMMUNICATIONS
TECHNOLOGY 7
LESSON
WHAT IS A COMPUTER?
1
CONTENT STANDARD
Demonstrate understanding of the
different types of computer

PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Classify computers according to its
type
Objectives
At the end of this lesson, students
are expected to:
• identify the types of computers;
• differentiate hardware and
software; and
• create a timeline of exposure to
computers.
 Laptop

Desktop Computer Tablet

What is a Computer?
A computer…
• is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data.
• has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.
• can be used to type documents, send email, play games, and
browse the Web.
• can also be used it to edit or create spreadsheets,
presentations, and even videos.
All types of computers are equipped with what we called the HARDWARE
and SOFTWARE which allows them to function.

HARDWARE SOFTWARE
• any part of your computer that • any set of instructions that tells
has a physical structure, such the hardware what to do and how
as the keyboard or mouse. to do it.
• also includes all of the • examples of software include web
computer's internal parts. browsers, games, and word
processors.
What are the different types of computers?
Desktop Computer
Many people use desktop computers at
work, home, and school. Desktop computers
are designed to be placed on a desk, and
they're typically made up of a few different
parts, including the computer case, monitor,
keyboard, and mouse.
 PC and MAC

It is the most common type of personal All Macs are made by one company
computer, and it typically includes the (Apple), and they almost always use the
Microsoft Windows operating system. Mac OS X operating system.
Laptop Computer

The second type of computer you may be familiar with

is a laptop computer, commonly called a laptop. Laptops
are battery-powered computers that are more portable than
desktops, allowing you to use them almost anywhere.
Tablet Computer

Tablet computers—or tablets—are handheld

computers that are even more portable than laptops.
Instead of a keyboard and mouse, tablets use a touch-
sensitive screen for typing and navigation. The iPad
is an example of a tablet.
Server
A server is a computer that serves up information
to other computers on a network. For example,
whenever you use the Internet, you're looking at
something that's stored on a server. Many businesses
also use local file servers to store and share files
internally.
 Other types of computers

Wearables: Wearable technology is a

Smartphones: Many cell phones can do a general term for a group of devices—
lot of things computers can do, including including fitness trackers and smartwatches
browsing the Internet and playing games. They —that are designed to be worn throughout
are often called smartphones. the day. These devices are often called
wearables for short.
Other types of computers

Game consoles: A game console TVs: Many TVs now include applications—

is a specialized type of computer that or apps—that let you access various types of
online content. For example, you can stream
is used for playing video games on
video from the Internet directly onto your TV.
your TV.
References:
Becera, E., Lara, H., Erni, J., Bagasala, C., & Olaya, C. (n.d.). DepEd Rizal Special Science Curriculum Information
and Communications Technology Quarter 1 Module. Schools Division of Rizal.

“Technology is a useful
servant but a dangerous
master.”
Christian Lous Lange, Historian