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PPT FOR BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF COMPUTER HARDWARE, SOFTWARE & FIRMWARE
- 2. PRECIOUS MEMBER’S OF OURGROUP Ravindra Rayakwal 1 Vaibhav Makwana 2 Harsh Parmar 3 Mayur Parmar 4 Kavish Vora 5 NAME Enrollment Number T2404010300280 T2404010300314 T2404010300742 T2404010300437 T2404010300437
- 3. This PPT contain’s Definationof computer. Types of Software. Computer hardware. Software and Firmwware
- 4. A computer isan electronic device that processes data according to a set of instructions (software). It can perform a variety of tasks, such as calculations, data storage, and communication, and is capable of executing complex operations at high speeds. Computers can be classified into different types, including personal computers, laptops, servers, and mainframes, and they typically consist of hardware components (like the CPU, memory, and storage) and software applications that enable users to perform specific tasks.
- 5. ABOUT TYPES OF SOFTWARE 1.System Software • Purpose: Manages computer resources • User Interaction: Minimal user interaction • Examples: Operating systems, device drivers, firmware • Scope: Fundamental system operations System software is responsible for controlling and managing the computer’s hardware and providing a platform for running application software.
- 6. 2. Application Software •Purpose: Performs specific user tasks • User Interaction: High user interaction • Examples: Word processors, web browsers, games
- 7. 3. Programming Software •Purpose: Develops and maintains software • User Interaction: High user interaction • Examples: IDEs (Integrated Development Environments), compilers, interpreters, debuggers
- 8. COMPUTER HARDWARE Computer hardware refersto the physical components of a computer system. It includes the tangible parts that make up the computer, such as: • Motherboard: The main circuit board that connects all hardware components together. • Central Processing Unit (CPU): The brain of the computer, responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations. • Random Access Memory (RAM): Temporary storage for data and program instructions. • Storage Drive (HDD or SSD): A non-volatile storage device for long-term data retention. • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): A specialized chip for handling graphics and computational tasks. • Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor: Input/output devices for user interaction.
- 9. FIRMWARE What is firmware? Firmwareis a type of software that provides machine instructions to a device’s hardware components, enabling it to function on a basic level. Because firmware is installed by the manufacturer and typically cannot be removed, it is sometimes referred to as embedded software.
- 10. TYPES OF FIRMWARE 1) Low-levelfirmware: This firmware is usually stored in non-volatile memory chips like read-only memory (ROM) and one-time programmable (OTP) memory. These chips cannot be rewritten or updated, and the firmware is intrinsic to the hardware, such as a computer. 2) High-level firmware: This firmware is deployed within flash memory chips and comes with more complex instructions that allow updates to be made. 3) Subsystems: These are semi-independent devices that are part of a more extensive system. Firmware at this level is embedded within central processing units (CPUs), flash chips, and liquid crystal display (LCD) units.
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