Thursday, March 14, 2013

What is the task of a software?

Whenever you execute a program, the operating system creates a new task for it. The task is like an envelope for the program: it identifies the program with a task number and attaches other bookkeeping information to it.

What is the importance of the memory RAM?

The Memory RAM temporarily store information while it is working whit it. Without RAM your computer system would not be able to recall and locate programs on your computer. It is this RAM that details and catalogues every move that you make on your computer.

Define a hardware and a software

Hardware refers to the parts of a computer that you can see and touch, including the case and everything inside it.

Software refers to the instructions, or programs, that tell the hardware what to do.

What can you do with computers: at home and at work?

In the workplace, many people use computers to keep records, analyze data, do research, and manage projects. At home, you can use computers to find information, store pictures and music, track finances, play games and communicate with others - and those are just a few of possibilities.
You can also use your computer to connect to the internet, a network that links computers around the world.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

What are computers?

Computers are machines that perform tasks or calculations according to a set of instructions, or programs.
Computers work through an interaction of hardware and software.