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    CHAPTER 1:

    Introduction to
    Information Technology

    1
    Learning Objectives
    To discuss on development of Information and
    Communication Technology.
    To elaborate elements of a computer.
    To identify the basic components of a computer.
    To explain the various classifications of
    computers.
    To describe the introduction of windows
    technology.

    2
    References
    Darley, B. (2004). Computers are Your Future
    2005. Pearson Education, Inc. New Jersey.
    Capron, H. L. & Johnson, J. A. (2004).
    Computers: Tools for an Information Age (8th
    Edition). Pearson Education, Inc. New Jersey.

    3
    Introduction
    Computers have moved into every nook and
    cranny of our daily lives.
    You use computers when you make a bank
    withdrawal, when u buy groceries at the
    supermarket and even when you drive your car.
    Almost any career in your future will involve a
    computer in some way.
    People use computer technology for writing
    papers & memos, keeping track of bank
    accounts, for communicating with friends, for
    accessing knowledge and for so much more.
    4
    Computer Literacy
    Three pronged definition of Computer Literacy:-
    Awareness: As you study about computers, you will
    become aware of their importance, their versatility and
    their pervasiveness in our society.
    Knowledge: You will learn what computers are and
    how they work. This requires learning some technical
    jargon, but do not worry, no one expects you to
    become a computer expert.
    Interaction: There is no better way to understand
    computers than through interacting with one. So being
    computer literate also mean being able to use a
    computer for some simple applications. 5
    Elements of Computers
    Speed computer provide the processing
    speed essential to our fast paced society.
    Reliability computers are extremely reliable.
    Storage Capability computer systems can
    store tremendous amounts of data which can be
    located and retrieved efficiently.

    6
    Components of Computers
    Computer
    System

    Hardware Software Users

    7
    Hardware
    Computer is a machine that can be
    programmed to accept data (input), process it into
    useful information (output) and store it (in a
    secondary storage device) for safekeeping or reuse.
    Main aspect of data handling:
    Input Devices
    The processor
    Output devices
    Storage

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    Main Aspects of Data Handling
    Secondary Storage
    Secondary storage
    devices stores data
    and programs

    Central processing unit


    Input
    (CPU) executes
    device Output
    computer instructions
    sends data device make
    to the processed
    central Memory holds data and data
    processing programs currently in (information)
    unit use available

    Input Processing Output


    9
    Classification of Computers
    Personal Computer
    Notebook Computers
    Handheld Computers (PDA- Personal digital
    assistant)
    Midrange Computers
    Mainframes
    Supercomputers

    10
    Introduction of
    Windows Technology
    In 1983, Microsoft announced the development
    of Windows, a graphical user interface (GUI) for
    its own operating system (MS-DOS), which had
    shipped for IBM PC and compatible computers
    since 1981.
    The product line has changed from a GUI
    product to a modern operating system over two
    families of design, each with its
    own codebase and default file system.

    11
    Introduction of
    Windows Technology
    Windows NT family started with NT 3.1 in 1993.
    Modern Windows operating system versions are
    based on the newer Windows NT kernel that was
    originally intended for OS/2. Windows runs
    on IA-32, x86-64, and Itanium processors.

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    Type of Windows
    Windows 1.0 and Windows 2.0
    Windows 3.0
    OS/2
    Windows 3.1 and NT
    Windows 95
    Windows NT 4.0
    Windows 98
    Windows 2000
    Windows Millennium Edition (Me)
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    Type of Windows
    Windows XP
    Windows Server 2003
    Thin client: Windows Fundamentals for Legacy
    PCs
    Windows Home Server
    Windows Vista
    Windows Server 2008
    Windows 7
    Windows 8
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    Q&A

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