Basics of Computers and Applications
1. Architecture of Computers
- Definition and Overview
- Components of a Computer System: CPU, Memory, Input/Output devices
- Types of Computer Architectures: Von Neumann, Harvard, etc.
2. Input and Output Devices
- Input Devices: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Microphone, etc.
- Output Devices: Monitor, Printer, Speakers, etc.
- Functions and Types of I/O devices
3. Storage Devices
- Primary Storage: RAM, ROM
- Secondary Storage: HDD, SSD
- External Storage: USB drives, Memory cards, Optical Disks
- Cloud Storage: Overview and Applications
4. Networking
- Basics of Computer Networking
- Types of Networks: LAN, WAN, MAN
- Networking Devices: Router, Switch, Modem
- Protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, etc.
5. Operating Systems
- Overview of Operating Systems: Functions and Types
- Popular OS: Windows, Unix, Linux
- Features and Differences of Various OS
6. MS Office
- Introduction to MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Applications and Features
7. Various Data Representations
- Binary, Decimal, Hexadecimal Systems
- ASCII, Unicode
- Data Storage and Encoding
8. Internet and Email
- Basics of Internet: Definition and Usage
- Email: Structure, Applications, and Security
9. Websites & Web Browsers
- How Websites Work: Domains, Hosting
- Popular Web Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.
10. Computer Virus
- Types of Viruses and Malware
- Prevention and Protection Measures
