PAPER
ENGLISH FOR COMPUTER
“ Computer Essentials”
Lecturer :
Putri Meldia, M.Pd
Class :PTIK 3 A
Prepared by :
Group 1
( 2523008 ) Arifin Heldian Putra
( 2523009 ) Thoriq Aziz El Ghifran
( 2523019 ) Muhammad Abdur Rozaq Damanik
( 2523021 ) Muhammad Alfarizi
INFORMATICS AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING EDUCATIONAL STU
DY PROGRAM
FACULTY OF TARBIYAH AND TEACHING SCIENCE
STATE ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY SJECH M. DJAMIL DJAMBEK
BUKITTINGGI
T.A.2024/2025
PREFACE
Bismillahirrohmanirrohim
Praise the writer turn over the presence of God Almighty because thanks to
his mercyand grace, this paper can be resolved properly and timely. There is also
the purpose of this paper is to fulfill Teaching subject,entitled “Computer
Essentials”.
The writer realized in the manufacture of this apprentice report is not free
frommistakes. Thus the writer expects suggestions from the readers. In the
manufacture of this paper does not escape motivation from lecturer who have
helped. The writer would like to thank to Mrs. Putri Meldia, M.Pd who have
motivated in the manufacture “Computer Essentials”.
Based on the introduction above, with accompaniment and hope that this
simple inscription acceptable and useful for the readers and listeners. Above all
this we saythousands of thanks infinite, hopefully all the help from all and the
motivators get a goodcharity given by Allah SWT. Amin-Amin Ya Robbal
A’lamin.
Bukittinggi, 23 September 2024
Author
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE................................................................................................................i
TABLE OF CONTENTS.......................................................................................ii
CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION...........................................................................1
1.1 Background...............................................................................................1
1.2 Question of the Problems..........................................................................1
1.3 Objectives..................................................................................................1
CHAPTER II DISCUSSION.................................................................................2
2.1 Living In a Digital Age..............................................................................2
CHAPER III CONCLUSION...............................................................................4
3.1 Conclusion.................................................................................................4
3.2 Suggestion.................................................................................................4
REFERENCE.........................................................................................................5
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CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
In the increasingly advanced digital era, computers have become an
inseparable part of our lives. Starting from work, education, to entertainment,
computers are present as a versatile tool. However, for many people, operating a
computer may feel complicated and confusing. Computer Essentials is here as a
complete guide to help you understand computer basics, so you can confidently
navigate the digital world.
Computer Essentials has given you an overview of computer basics. With a
solid understanding of these basic concepts, you will be more confident in using a
computer for a variety of purposes. Keep learning and practicing, and you will
become a proficient computer user.
1.2 Question of the Problems
1. What basic structure of a computer system?
2. What differences in computer types; desktop PC, laptop, tablet PC,
mainframe, and PDA
3. What components and elements of computer systems
1.3 Objectives
1. Knowing basic structure of a computer system
2. Knowing differences in computer types; desktop PC, laptop, tablet PC,
mainframe, and PDA
4. Knowing components and elements of computer systems
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CHAPTER II
DISCUSSION
2.1 Basic Structure Of a Computer System
A computer is an electronic device capable of receiving, processing and
storing data. This data is then processed according to the instructions given,
producing useful information.A computer system basically consists of a Central
Processing Unit (CPU),memory and input/output equipment. The CPU is where
all processes take place. Memory is a place to store programs and data while they
are being processed.Input/output equipment can be a keyboard and monitor as
well as storage such as diskettes or tape.Computer activity is characterized by an
input-process-output (IPO) model. Here the program accepts input from a
diskette, mouse, keyboard or other input device, then perform processing of the
input and finally producing output to a diskette, printer, screen video, or other
output equipment.The main purpose of the main purpose of a computer system is
to process data to produce information, so that the main purpose If this is to be
done, there must be elements that support it.
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2.2 Differences In Computer Types; Desktop Pc, Laptop, Tablet Pc,
Mainframe, And Pda
Mainframe
The mainframe type of computer is a large computer that people use to
process data and applications with extraordinary capacity. Usually this type of
computer is often found in the work processes of large organizations and
companies in managing various data.
Activities that computer mainframes generally handle are managing
company and organizational data in the form of research, census, military, and
even financial transactions. Generally, government agencies and banks use
mainframe computers to store this data.
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
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Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) is an integrated computer and uses flash
memory to store data. PDA computers are usually not equipped with a keyboard
but use touch screen technology for data input. PDAs usually have a smaller size
and are connected directly to the server.
2.3 Components And Elements Of Computer Systems
A. Hardware
As we know, a computer is a series of electronic equipment
joined/integrated and working in a variety of ways and coordinated by a system
operation. This set of electronic equipment is in the form of
machines/componentscomponents that are externally present and can be seen,
equipment/components This is what we call 'COMPUTER HARD-WARE'.In
general, a computer equipment unit must consist of at least 4 components that is :
1. INPUT & OUTPUT DEVICE
Input Device is a part/component of a computer system that functions to where we
enter data and instructions to the computer. Data as well The instructions we enter
into the computer are data/instructions that are still inside language or codes,
while computer machines only recognize data/instructions if it is in the form of
binary codes (bits), so that the computer can recognize it data/instructions, this
tool will carry out the translation/conversion.Output Device is a component of a
computer system that functions as a location output the results of processing that
has been carried out by the computer. Original results This computer processing is
also a code/symbol that is still in code form binar (bit), so that we as computer
users can read the binary symbol must be converted again into a form of language
that we know. This is the output device which functions to carry out this
task.Input / Output PortsComputers have different input/output ports i.e. slots
where cables connect peripherals connect to the computer.Typically all computers
will have these ports:
USB (Universal Serial Bus) port – is a slot in the computer that supports fast
transfer data rates. USB flash disks, digital cameras, mice, keyboards etc can be
connected to the computer via the USB port.
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port – is a slot on the
computer that supports the transfer of audio and video data through a single cable.
A computer with an HDMI port can be connected to an external monitor or HDTV
(High-Definition Television) with one cable, supporting high-definition video and
audio.
Network port – is used to connect the computer to a network or a modem.
FireWire port – is a slot that connects digital video cameras to the computer.
FireWire supports faster transfer data rates than USB ports.
2. STORAGE MEDIA
There are three types of memory used in a computer system, namely:
Registers, used to store instructions and data being processed.
Main memory, used to store instructions and future dataprocessed and
processing results.
Secondary storage, used to store programs and data online permanent.
3. COMMUNICATION CONTROL UNIT
CCU (Communication Control Unit) is a piece of equipment that functions
to facilitate/transmit data signals/commands from one place to another or from
one computer to another computer over a very long distance. As is this tool, so
generally today's computers always equip this tool as a unified computer system.
4. CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
Refers to the computer hardware that understands and executes
commandsand data from software (wikipedia). Another term, processor/processor,
often used to refer to CPU. The microprocessor is the CPU manufactured in
integrated circuits, often in a single-integrated circuit package. Since the mid-
1970s, single-integrated circuit microprocessors have been common used and is
an important aspect in CPU implementation.
CPU components are divided into several types, namely as follows:
Control unit (Control Unit), This control unit is part of the capable processor
regulate the course of the program.
ALU, ALU is the part of the CPU that is responsible for carrying out operations
arithmetic and logical operations based on specified instructions.
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B. Software
Software is composed of programs that determine what to do computer. The
computer must carry out the instructions contained in the program toget useful
results. There are two types of software, namely system software andapplication
software. System software is useful for managing files, loading and execute
programs and receive commands from the mouse or keyboard. Software system
usually called an operating system. While application software is software used to
complete a job. Example of application software are Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel.Software can be classified as follows.
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1. Operating System, is the software that operates the computer as well provides
an interface with other software or with the user. Example operating systems: MS
DOS, MS Windows (with various generations), Macintosh, OS/2, UNIX (with
various versions), LINUX (with various distributions), NetWare, etc
2. Utility Programs, are special programs that function as devices computer
maintenance, such as anti-virus, hard disk partitioning, hard disk management,
etc.
Examples of utility program products: Norton Utilities, PartitionMagic, McAfee,
etc
3. Application Program, is a program developed to fulfill specific needs.
Examples: accounting applications, banking applications, applications
manufacturing, etc.
4. Package Program, is a program developed for general needs,
like :
presentations: MS PowerPoint, etc
graphic design: CorelDraw, PhotoShop, etc
5. Programming Language, is software for creating or
other software development. Programming languages can be classified
into low level, medium level, and high level. Shift of levels low to high indicates
closeness to ‘human language’. Language level low (or what is usually called
assembly language) is a language with one mapping one by one to computer
instructions. Examples of high level languages: Pascal, BASIC, Prolog, Java etc.
Example of an intermediate level language: C language.
C. Brainware
Brainware is the person who operates a computer, because if it didn't exist
the person operating it will not be able to be used. Brainware is divided into 3
group :
1. System Analyst, a person who designs a system
2. Programmer, a person who creates programs
3. User, a person who uses a computer directly
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CHAPER III
CONCLUSION
3.1 Conclusion
Digital age or what is often referred to as the information age is a term started
in 1970 that defines a period that occurred due to the emergence of the internet as
a the latest technology is capable of transferring information more quickly and
easy. Technology is used in all aspects of our lives such as education, e-
commerce, entertainments and the arts, and also in jobs and career.
3.2 Suggestion
We are as the writer want to apology for the shortage of this paper. We know
that this paper is still far from perfect. So that we need the suggest from the reader
for the perfection of this paper. Thank you very much for the reader.
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