INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
Chapter 1: Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software 1.1 What is a Computer? Definition and purpose of a computer Components of a computer system: hardware and software 1.2 Understanding Computer Hardware Explanation of hardware components: CPU, RAM, storage devices, input/output devices Role of each component in computer operation 1.3 Exploring Computer Software Definition and types of software: system software vs. application software Importance of software in computer functionality Chapter 2: Computer Hardware Fundamentals 2.1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) Role of CPU in processing data CPU architecture: cores, clock speed, cache How CPU influences computer performance 2.2 Memory (RAM) Importance of RAM in computer operation How RAM stores and retrieves data RAM's impact on multitasking and overall speed 2.3 Storage Devices Different types of storage: HDD, SSD, flash drives How data is sto