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    What Is Data Processing?: 1. Collection

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    Data processing involves converting raw data into meaningful information through a series of steps. It follows a cycle where raw data is collected, prepared, inputted for processing, which produces outputs that are then stored. The key stages are collection, preparation, input, processing, output and interpretation, and storage. Each stage builds on the last and the cycle can repeat as storage leads back to new data collection.

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    What Is Data Processing?: 1. Collection

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    Data processing involves converting raw data into meaningful information through a series of steps. It follows a cycle where raw data is collected, prepared, inputted for processing, which produces outputs that are then stored. The key stages are collection, preparation, input, processing, output and interpretation, and storage. Each stage builds on the last and the cycle can repeat as storage leads back to new data collection.

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    Data processing involves converting raw data into meaningful information through a series of steps. It follows a cycle where raw data is collected, prepared, inputted for processing, which produces outputs that are then stored. The key stages are collection, preparation, input, processing, output and interpretation, and storage. Each stage builds on the last and the cycle can repeat as storage leads back to new data collection.

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    What is Data Processing?

    Data processing is simply the conversion of raw data to meaningful


    information through a process. Data is manipulated to produce results that lead
    to a resolution of a problem or improvement of an existing situation. Similar to a
    production process, it follows a cycle where inputs (raw data) are fed to a process
    (computer systems, software, etc.) to produce output (information and insights).

    Stages of Data Processing Cycle


    1. Collection
    It is the first stage of the cycle, and is very crucial, since the quality of data
    collected will impact heavily on the output. The collection process needs to
    ensure that the data gathered are both defined and accurate, so that subsequent
    decisions based on the findings are valid. This stage provides both the baseline
    from which to measure, and a target on what to improve.

    Some types of data collection includes census (data collection about


    everything in a group or statistical population), sample survey (collection method
    that includes only part of the total population), and administrative by-product
    (data collection is a by-product of an organization’s day-to-day operations.

    2. Preparation
    Preparation is a manipulation of data into a form suitable for further
    analysis and processing. Raw data cannot be processed and must be checked for
    accuracy. Preparation is about constructing a dataset from one or more data
    sources to be used for further exploration and processing. Analysing data that
    has not been carefully screened for problems can produce highly misleading
    results that are heavily dependent on the quality of data prepared.
    3. Input
    It is the task where verified data is coded or converted into machine
    readable form so that it can be processed through a computer. Data entry is
    done through the use of a keyboard, digitizer, scanner, or data entry from an
    existing source. This time-consuming process requires speed and accuracy. Most
    data need to follow a formal and strict syntax since a great deal of processing
    power is required to breakdown the complex data at this stage. Due to the costs,
    many businesses are resorting to outsource this stage.

    4. Processing
    Processing is when the data is subjected to various means and methods of
    manipulation, the point where a computer program is being executed, and it
    contains the program code and its current activity. The process may be made up
    of multiple threads of execution that simultaneously execute instructions,
    depending on the operating system. While a computer program is a passive
    collection of instructions, a process is the actual execution of those instructions.
    Many software programs are available for processing large volumes of data within
    very short periods.

    5. Output and Interpretation


    It is the stage where processed information is now transmitted to the user.
    Output is presented to users in various report formats like printed report, audio,
    video, or on monitor. Output need to be interpreted so that it can provide
    meaningful information that will guide future decisions of the company.

    6. Storage
    Storage is the last stage in the data processing cycle, where data,
    instruction and information are held for future use. The importance of this cycle
    is that it allows quick access and retrieval of the processed information, allowing
    it to be passed on to the next stage directly, when needed. Every computer uses
    storage to hold system and application software.
    The Data Processing Cycle is a series of steps carried out to extract
    information from raw data. Although each step must be taken in order, the order
    is cyclic. The output and storage stage can lead to the repeat of the data
    collection stage, resulting in another cycle of data processing. The cycle provides
    a view on how the data travels and transforms from collection to interpretation,
    and ultimately, used in effective business decisions.

    If we are going to connect the data processing cycle in our daily lives, we
    can partake this in making a graham dessert. Let see how:

    1. Collection of Information
    In data processing cycle, the first thing that we need to do is to collect data
    correctly to have valid information. In making graham, we should collect or search
    first for the information about the steps on making graham dessert. We must do
    this action correctly for us to have a successful output.
    2. Preparation
    Next step on the cycle is to prepare the dataset to be used for further
    processing. In making graham, we should prepare all the needed ingredients and
    equipment to be used for the actual making of the dessert.

    3. Input
    Keyboard, digitizer, and scanner are needed in making data entry of this
    task. The tools and equipment to be used in making graham dessert serve
    as the input of the whole process.
    4. Processing
    Processing in terms of data cycle is the point where a computer program is
    being executed. In graham making, processing is the part where the actual
    making happens. Processing in this situation is the combining of all the
    ingredients with the use of tools and equipment (the input) we had prepared
    earlier.

    5. Output and Interpretation


    In data processing, printed report, audio, and video that you had processed
    serve as the output. Output is needed to provide meaningful information
    that will guide future decisions of the company. On the side of our target
    dessert, the output we consider is the processed graham cake. We need to
    finish the dessert (the output) for us to interpret if we did it successfully.
    6. Storage
    Storage is the last stage in the data processing cycle, where data,
    instruction and information are held for future use. In making graham
    dessert, the refrigerator is our storage. The graham cake (output) will be
    placed inside the refrigerator (storage) for us to have this dessert whenever
    we are craving for it.

    As the summary, Data Processing Cycle is a cycle of collection, preparation,


    having the input, processing, output, and storage. We can partake this in
    making graham dessert because its process has similarity with the said
    cycle: Collecting information or recipe (collection), preparing the
    ingredients to be used (preparation), having or setting the tools and
    equipment to be used (input), the actual graham making (processing), the
    processed graham dessert (output and interpretation), and lastly, putting it
    inside the refrigerator to preserve it (storage).

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