This document provides an introduction to computers including a brief history and overview of components. It discusses how a computer accepts input, processes it, produces output, and stores information. The document also summarizes that computers consist of both hardware and software. A brief history is given starting with Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine in the 19th century. Computer generations are classified and components like the CPU, RAM, hard drive, video card, and motherboard are identified as key hardware that make up basic modern computer systems.