BASIC ELEMENTS OF COMPUTER

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BASIC ELEMENTS OF COMPUTER
There are two basic elements of computer, they are:
Hardware and Software

HARDWARE:
Hardware is the physical component of computer which can be seen, touched and handled. It is sub-divided into four (4) components, they are:
1.     Input Devices
2.     Output Devices
3.     System Units
4.     Storage Devices
SOFTWARE
These are computer components that you cannot touch, feel or see. It is the program material instruction that tells the system unit (C.P.U) what to do and how to do it at any point in time or interval. We cannot touch these programs unlike the hardware which we can touch and see. They are written programs designed to meet the essential needs of the user. It can also be seen as a package that enables the system to manipulate effectively.

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