This document provides an introduction to computing concepts related to storage, memory, storage devices, computer communication, computer networks, and flowcharts. It defines different types of storage, both volatile and non-volatile, as well as various storage media and devices. It also outlines common computer network topologies, components, and architectures. Finally, it introduces basic flowchart symbols used to represent processes, data flow, and logic in a system.
This document provides an introduction to computing concepts related to storage, memory, storage devices, computer communication, computer networks, and flowcharts. It defines different types of storage, both volatile and non-volatile, as well as various storage media and devices. It also outlines common computer network topologies, components, and architectures. Finally, it introduces basic flowchart symbols used to represent processes, data flow, and logic in a system.
This document provides an introduction to computing concepts related to storage, memory, storage devices, computer communication, computer networks, and flowcharts. It defines different types of storage, both volatile and non-volatile, as well as various storage media and devices. It also outlines common computer network topologies, components, and architectures. Finally, it introduces basic flowchart symbols used to represent processes, data flow, and logic in a system.
This document provides an introduction to computing concepts related to storage, memory, storage devices, computer communication, computer networks, and flowcharts. It defines different types of storage, both volatile and non-volatile, as well as various storage media and devices. It also outlines common computer network topologies, components, and architectures. Finally, it introduces basic flowchart symbols used to represent processes, data flow, and logic in a system.
STORAGE- a process through which digital data is saved within OPTICAL DISK- any computer disk that uses optical storage a data storage device by means of computing technology.A techniques and technology to read and write mechanism that enables a computer to retain data, either Data. temporarily or permanently. ENTERPRISE STORAGE- refers to a centralized data VOLATILE STORAGE MEMORY- the major type of the storage depository that is designed for the needs of a large that saves data temporarily? Ex: cache memory and (RAM). organization. NON-VOLATILE STORAGE MEMORY-A type MAGNETIC STRIPE CARD- a type of pass that permits storage mechanism that retains digital data even if it’s powered the user to complete electronic transactions or access a locked off or isn’t supplied with electrical power. Ex: a hard disk, USB physical space. storage and optical media. SMART CARD- used for a variety of applications but are most MEMORY- Memory refers to short-term location of temporary commonly used as credit cards and other payment cards. data and memory is cleared every time a computer is turned off. RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION TAG (RFID TAG) -an STORAGE DEVICES- Storage devices of computers refer to electronic tag that exchanges data with a radio frequency the hardware used to store digital data pre-input or generated identification (RFID) reader by using radio waves. later within a computer. MICROFILM- uses a roll of photographic film to STORAGE MEDIUM- a physical device that receives and store images of your documents. retains electronic data for applications and users and makes the MICROFICHE-a flat sheet of microfilm, rather than a role. data available for retrieval. COMPUTER COMMUNICATION-describes a process in STORAGE CAPACITY- refers to the specific amount of data which two or more computers or devices transfer data, storage that a device or system can accommodate. instructions, and information. STORAGE ACCESS TIME- Memory access time is how long it SENDING & RECEIVING DEVICES- Used for takes for a character in RAM to be transferred to or from the sending(originate) and receiving(accept) messages CPU. CONNECTION DEVICE- the bridge between the sending and DISK ACCESS TIME- how long it takes to obtain the first data receiving devices are the communication channel character after initiating a request. It includes the time to move DATA TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATION- the rules and the read/write head to the track (seek time) and time to rotate procedures that coordinate the devices the platter to the sector (latency). COMMUNICATION CHANNEL- the actual connecting or transmission medium that carries the message PHYSICAL NETWORK- represents the computer network topology that includes the computer devices, location and cable Installation. TWISTED PAIR CABLE- are twisted around each other to reduce crosstalk and outside Interference. This type of cabling is common in current LANs. →UTP (Unshielded Twisted-Pair) →STP (Shielded Twisted-Pair) COAXIAL- an inner conductor that runs down the middle of the cable.This type of cabling comes in two types thinnet & thicknet. Both types have a maximum transmission speed of 10 Mbps. FIBER OPTIC- uses optical fibers to transmit data in the form of HARD DISK DRIVE- a non-volatile computer storage device light signals. containing magnetic disks or platters rotating at high speeds. Single-mode fiber (SMF) – uses only a single ray of light to STORAGE CARDS- a type of storage device that is used for carry data. Used for larger distances. storing media and data files. Multi-mode fiber (MMF) – uses multiple rays of light to carry FLASH MEMORY- a non-volatile memory chip used for storage data. Less expensive than SMF. and for transferring data between a personal computer (PC) NETWORK INTERFACE- a special electronic circuit or external and digital devices. jack which a network cable can plug in. CLOUD STORAGE- a cloud computing model in which data is HUB- connect multiple computer networking devices together. stored on remote servers and accessed over the internet INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING
SWITCH- A switch is a multiport device that improves network
TERMINAL/TERMINATOR-indicate the flow chart efficiency. starting and ending points. BRIDGES- used to connect two or more hosts or network FLOW LINES-the next step to be performed. segments together. ROUTER- a common type of gateway. It is positioned where two or more networks meet INPUT/OUTPUT- The parallelograms designate input MODEMS- used to transmit digital signals over analog or output operations telephone lines. PROCESS-a mathematical computation, or a BANDWIDTH- The maximum amount of data transmitted over variable assignment. an internet connection in a given amount of time. DECISION-the true/false statement being tested in a Categories of Bandwidth decision symbol. VOICE BAND-specified for voice communications in the public switched telephone network (PSTN). PREPARATION- this use to declare the variables MEDIUM BAND- is used to transmit data over a long distance. needed in a system. BROADBAND-is the transmission of wide bandwidth data over a high speed internet connection. DATA STORAGE BASEBAND- used to connects computers that are close to one another but can only carry a single signal at a time. DATA BASE NETWORK- two or more computers connected by a cable or by a wireless so that they can exchange information PREDEFINED PROCESS -represents a group of TYPES OF NETWORKS statements performing one processing task. LAN - Local Area Network (consists of a computer network at a single site, typically an individual office building.) ON PAGE CONNECTOR- Connects two parts of a WAN - Wide Area Network (occupies a very large area, such flowchart on the same page. as an entire country or the entire world.Contain multiple smaller networks, such as LANs or MANs.) OFF PAGE CONNECTOR- Connects two parts of a WLAN - Wireless Local Area Network (using wireless flowchart in different pages. communication within a limited area like home, school, or office building.) MAN - Metropolitan Area Network (consists of a computer network across an entire city, college campus or small region.) PAN - Personal Area Network.(a computer network organized around an individual person within a single building.) COMPUTER NETWORK ARCHITECTURE- defined as the physical and logical design of the software, hardware, protocols PEER-TO-PEER NETWORK- a network in which all the computers are linked together with equal privilege and responsibilities for processing the data. NETWORK TOPOLOGY- refers to the physical or logical layout of a network. BASIC TYPE OF NETWORK TOPOLOGIES: BUS TOPOLOGY RING TOPOLOGY STAR NETWORK
FLOWCHART- a tool that allows you to break any process
down into individual activities and shows the logical relationships between them.
