Computer Report
Introduction
A computer is a machine that can be programmed to carry out a set of arithmetic or logical operations automatically. Since a sequence of operations can be readily changed, the computer can solve more than one kind of problem.
History
The first electronic computer was developed between 1937 and 1943 in the United States. The computer, called the Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer (ENIAC), was developed to calculate artillery firing tables for the United States Army.
Types of Computers
There are several types of computers, including:
- Desktop computers
- Laptop computers
- Tablet computers
- Smartphones
- Smartwatches
Computer Components
The main components of a computer include:
- Central processing unit (CPU)
- Memory (RAM)
- Storage (hard drive or SSD)
- Motherboard
- Power supply
- Monitor
- Keyboard and mouse
Computer Networking
Computer networking is the practice of linking two or more computers together to share resources such as printers and internet access. There are several types of computer networks, including:
- Local area networks (LANs)
- Wide area networks (WANs ;