This document provides an introduction and history of computers. It defines what a computer is and who a user is. It describes the differences between data and information, and explains information technology. The document then outlines the history of computers from mechanical to modern electronic computers in four generations, describing the technologies used in each generation. Finally, it classifies different types of computers such as supercomputers, mainframes, workstations, servers, desktops, laptops and palmtops based on their features and common uses.