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Introduction to Computer

COMPUTER- Basically the term COMPUTER is derived from "GREEK" word which means to calculate. Hence we can say that computer is a calculating device.
In other word we can say that Computer is an electronic device which store data processing and give out the result.
  • A computer is an electronic device which performs "Arithmetical and logical operation.
  • A computer understood binary digit that is 0 and 1.
Computer is an electronic device which accepts  data form user through input device and process the data with the help of processor after processing we desired output form.

A computer also refereed as data processor because It can store the data, Process the data, and Retrieve data whenever desired.

FULL FORM OF "COMPUTER"

 C- Calculate
O- Operate
M-Machine
P- Process
U-User
T- Trade
E-Education
R- Research

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