Fundamentals of Computers [Paperback]

Fundamentals of Computershas been specifically designed for anybody and everybody who wants to be familiar with basic concepts of computers. It is an ideal text for self-learning basic computer concepts (such as organization, architecture, input and output devices, primary and secondary memory) as well as advanced topics (such as operating systems, computer networks, and databases). The book also provides step-by-step tutorials to learn different MS Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

The book can be useful for a broad spectrum of students, varying from non-computers background students enrolled in elementary courses on Information Technology and Computer Sciences to students enrolled in professional courses such as BCA and MCA.

Chap 1: Introduction to Computers
1.1 Computer
1.2 Characteristics of Computers
1.3 Stored Program Concept
1.3.1 Types of Stored Program Computers
1.4 History of Computers
Timeline of Developments
1.5 Classification of Computers
1.5.1 Supercomputers
1.5.2 Mainframe Computers
1.5.3 Minicomputers
1.5.4 Microcomputers
1.6 Applications of Computers
Bioinformatics, GIS, Remote Sensing, Meteorology, Publishing, Data analysis, Accounting, Airline and Railway reservation
1.7 Basic Organization of a Computer
Lab Activity: Understanding Computer Hardware
Activity 1: Parts of a Computer
Activity 2: Motherboard
Chap 2: Input and Output Devices
2.1 Input Devices
2.1.1 Keyboard
Wireless keyboard
2.1.2 Pointing Devices
2.1.3 Handheld Devices
2.1.4 Optical Devices
2.1.5 Audio-visual Input Devices
2.1.6 Card Readers
2.1.7 Digitizers
2.2 Output Devices
2.3 Soft Copy Devices
2.3.1 Monitors
LED monitor
2.3.2 Projectors
2.3.3 Speakers and Headphones
2.4 Hard Copy Devices
2.4.1 Printers
2.4.2 Plotters
2.5 Voice Response Systems
2.6 Biometric Devices
Lab Activity: Handlingl£‚