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    INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA-WALES

    Centre of Foundation, Language and Malaysian Studies

    Module Name: Introduction to Computer Programming


    Module Code: FSC014

    Class Activity: Functions of a Computer


    Name Madhaeys A/L Sathiamoorthy
    Student ID 23090048

    Student 23090048@student.iumw.edu.my
    Email
    Topic Functions of a Computer

    Lecturer Dr. Ahmad Zaki Bin Mohamad Amin


    Table of Contents

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    1 What are the four main functions of a computer? 3

    2 How do computers impact our daily life? 4

    3 References 5

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    Class Activity: Functions of a Computer

    Question 1: What are the four main functions of a


    computer?

    Data Input: Data input is the primary function of every computer. Keyboards, mice, and
    styluses are the input devices used to complete this task. Data entry is aided by voice
    dictation software, body gesture peripherals such as Kinect, and manual input. Networking
    interfaces and secondary storage media are further options for data input. The data entered
    depends on the application software type being used. Word processing programs, for
    example, work with simple alphanumeric data, whereas photo editing programs work with
    pictures. Spreadsheets, databases, and other computerized work areas can all accept data
    input. Additionally, automation and robotics can intelligently feed data into computers locally
    and remotely.

    Data Processing: Data processing is a computer's core function. Before turning raw data into
    meaningful information, it must be altered. The microprocessor, sometimes referred to as the
    central processing unit or CPU, is the "brain" in charge of processing data. These days,
    computers combine microprocessors and graphics processing units (GPUs) to form
    accelerated processing units or APUs. Strong graphics processing is now possible in addition
    to standard arithmetic and logical calculations thanks to this merger. Additional essential
    components of data processing are static random-access memory (SRAM) and dynamic
    random-access memory (DRAM).

    Information Output: The microprocessor's manipulation of raw data results in an output that
    is intended for distribution for practical uses. Display hardware is used for information
    output, enabling users to see processed data instantly. Users can access the processed data
    through this step whether it is printed on paper or displayed on a screen. Other
    communication channels, such as email, are also used as information output channels.

    Data and Information Storage: Both unprocessed and processed data are stored on computers.
    Data is stored for later use on digital storage devices like solid-state drives, hard disk drives,
    and other media. Data storage ensures that information is available for use in the future,
    whether it is for storing files, documents, photos, or videos. For effective retrieval and
    utilization, stored data must be properly managed and organized.

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    Question 2: How do computers impact our daily lives?

    One of the important systems in our society that computers positively impact is the education
    system. This is because computers manage to give valuable information regarding a specific
    topic that a student wishes to know in a matter of seconds. Another positive impact that
    computers have is that they provide easy access to online shopping, banking, and reservations
    on an online platform. This would save a lot of time and effort for consumers. However, there
    is another aspect of computers that acts like a double-edged sword, and that is social media.
    In a positive view, social media provides individuals with a way of communicating with other
    people around the globe with ease. This way, they could understand the ways of many
    cultures and perspectives of many people. In a negative view, social media could make
    people addicted to it. In an extreme case, people could become so addicted to the point where
    an actual social life with real people would not be taken into consideration by the social
    media addicts.

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    References
    1. Education, G. E. (2022, October 31). Impact of Computer Technology on Society.

    https://gloriousenglisheducation.blogspot.com/2019/11/impact-of-computer-technol

    ogy-on-society.html#google_vignette

    2. https://turbofuture.com/computers/The-Four-Functions-Of-A-Computer

    3. Basic Functions of a Computer Explained. (2024, February 27).

    ComputerNetworkingNotes.

    https://www.computernetworkingnotes.com/networking-tutorials/basic-functions-

    of-a-computer-explained.html

    4. Amuno, A. (10 February, 2023). The 4 Functions of a Computer. Retrieved from

    TurboFuture: https://turbofuture.com/computers/The-Four-Functions-Of-A-

    Computer

    5. Rahman, M. (2022, September 17). Main 4 Functions Of A Computer - World Tech

    Journal. World Tech Journal. https://worldtechjournal.com/functions-of-a-

    computer/

    6. Toh, W. (2020, August 29). 15 Ways Computers Affected Our Lives (The Good &

    Bad). Red Dot Geek. https://red-dot-geek.com/ways-computers-affected-our-lives/

    7. Impact of Computers on our Lives: A Comprehensive Overview. (n.d.).

    https://www.collegenp.com/. https://www.collegenp.com/article/impact-of-

    computers-on-our-lives/

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