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Basics of Computer – A Beginner’s Guide to Digital Literacy

This presentation offers a comprehensive beginneru2019s guide to digital literacy by covering the basics of computers. It introduces essential computer concepts, including hardware, software, operating systems, and common applications like MS Office. Designed for newcomers, it empowers learners to build fundamental computer skills needed for everyday tasks and professional growth. Perfect for anyone starting their journey toward digital confidence and competence.<br><br>

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Basics of Computer – A Beginner’s Guide to Digital Literacy

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  1. Basics of Computer – A Beginner’s Guide to Digital Literacy Essential for navigating the modern world. This guide is designed for off-page SEO and organic traffic, providing a foundational understanding for digital competence. by Attitude Academy AA

  2. Introduction to Computers: Defining the Digital World 1 What is a Computer? An electronic device processing data. 2 Pervasive Role Drives industries, communication, and daily life. 3 Global Reach Over 5.3 billion internet users by 2023. 4 Skill Demand 96% of jobs require digital literacy.

  3. Hardware: The Physical Foundation CPU (Processor) RAM (Memory) Storage (HDD/SSD) The "brain," like an Intel Core i9. Temporary data storage, e.g., 16GB for multitasking. Permanent data. SSDs are 10x faster. Input/Output (I/O) Keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer.

  4. Software: The Brains Behind the Machine Operating Systems (OS) Programming Languages Manages hardware and software, e.g., Windows (75% market share), macOS. Code that builds software, e.g., Python, Java. User Interface (UI) Application Software How you interact with programs. Performs specific tasks, e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Chrome.

  5. How Computers Work: The Processing Cycle Processing Input CPU executes instructions, e.g., calculating a spreadsheet. Data entered, like typing text. Storage Output Data saved for future use, like saving a file. Results displayed/produced, e.g., on-screen image. All data is represented as 0s and 1s in a binary system.

  6. Types of Computers: From Desktops to Data Centers Supercomputers For complex calculations, e.g., Frontier (USA). Servers Deliver services/data over networks, power websites. Mobile Devices Smartphones (6.8B+ users), smartwatches. Personal Computers (PCs) Desktops, laptops, tablets. ~1.5 billion in use.

  7. Networking & Internet: Connecting the Globe Networks Connects devices to share resources (LAN, WAN). Internet Global network of networks. Over 5.3 billion users. WWW (World Wide Web) Interconnected documents via the Internet. Protocols Rules for data transmission, e.g., HTTP, TCP/IP.

  8. Digital Literacy & Your Future: Empowering Your Journey 1 Importance Navigating the digital world, enhancing careers. 2 Online Safety Cybersecurity awareness (phishing, malware). $10.2B lost to cybercrime (FBI 2023). 3 Continuous Learning Technology evolves constantly. 4 Empower Your Future Visit attitudetallyacademy.com for expert courses.

  9. THANK YOU Thank you for joining us today. We hope you found this presentation valuable. We wish you all the best. For more information, or visit our website:- Attitude Academy

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