history of the computer, modern computer, advantages of a computer, disadvantages of the computer, summary on the history of the computer,

1. THE UNIVERSITY OF LAHORE
Topic:
History of a computer
Name:
M Hasaan Tariq
Submitted To:
Mr.Tassadaq jaffar(inc. Of computer class)
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2. History of a computer:
Computer is a electronic device
First computer was invented in 1822 by Charles Babbage
In 1837, Charles Babbage proposed the first general mechanical
computer, the Analytical Engine.
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3. The Analytical Engine contained an ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit),
basic flow control, punch cards (inspired by the Jacquard Loom), and
integrated memory. It is the first general-purpose computer concept.
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4. Modern computers:
The Z1 was created by German Konrad Zuse in his parents' living room
between 1936and 1938. It is considered to be the first
electromechanical binary programmable computer, and the first really
functional modern computer.
Z1 was a machine of about 1000 kg weight, which consisted from some
20000 parts. It was a programmable computer, based on binary
floating-point numbers and a binary switching system
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5. Advantages of computer:
Computers have many advantages and used in many fields like:
For business
For educational purpose
The use of computers makes different task easier. It also saves time
and effort and reduces the overall cost to complete a particular task.
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6. Dis-advantages of computer:
Computers have also many dis -advantages like:
Un employment
Data security
Computers crime
Privacy violation
Health risk
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7. Summary:
First computer was invented by Charles Babbage
First computer was a Analytical engine
Analytical engine contains ALU, basic flow controls, punch card
Used for business purpose, for educational purpose, for travelling
Much used may harms for health risk
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