Basic Introduction to Computers

Computer Types

• A server can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously.
• An embedded computer functions as a component in a larger product, such as home automation devices and security monitoring systems.

Network Environment

• The primary function of a server in a network environment is to provide services to other computers.

Enterprise Computing

• A mainframe computer is designed for processing high volumes of transactions and is used by enterprise users.

User Categories

• Power users typically engage in processing multimedia, using industry-specific software, and handling high transaction volumes.

Computer Devices

• A workstation is a computer device designed to connect to other computers on a network or the Internet, and perform activities like transferring information and playing video games.

Data and Information

• Data is the raw, unorganized facts and figures, while information is the organized, meaningful, and useful data.

Computer Components

• The output device conveys information to people.

Computer Disadvantages

• Some disadvantages associated with using computers include health risks, environmental impact, and job displacement.

Green Computing

• The main focus of Green Computing is to reduce the environmental impact of computers.

Software Types

• System software gives instructions to a computer on what tasks to perform.

Network Concepts

• A network is a collection of connected computers and devices.
• The Internet connects together computers and servers from all over the world.