Data is electronic information. A computer file is a collection of data stored as an individual entity. Computers contain many different types of files, which we’ll discuss as we go through this workshop. Some files are called documents. Files are stored in folders, or directories, which, like drawers in a filing cabinet, keep related files together. There are two basic parts of a computer: hardware and software. 1. Hardware refers to all the physical components of a computer, including the monitor, system unit, keyboard, mouse, microphone, speakers, and printer. 2. Software refers to the electronic files that enable users to accomplish tasks with the computer. A software program is sometimes referred to as an application. a) UNDERSTANDING HARDWARE A computer is composed of three types of hardware. The following table summarizes and gives examples of these types of hardware Type of Hardware Function Example...
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