CSC 1100 Chapter : Compsci
Document Summary
Computer- an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process data according to specific rules, produce results, and store the results for future use. Input cpu (central processing unit) output [ storage to cpu] Text, numbers, images, voice: information: data with meaning, when the person on the other line hears your voice. Advantages of using a computer: speed- convenience, reliability, consistency, storage, communication- cheap communication. Disadvantages: health risks, violation of privacy, impact of labor force, impact on environment. The internet is a worldwide collection of networks that links millions of businesses, gov agencies, educational institutions, and individuals. Netiquette- is the code of acceptable internet behavior: trolls: those who post things to rile others, spam: considered rude, waste of time, caps=shouting. Ip address= internet protocol: ip address- a number that uniquely identifies each computer or device connected to the internet, ex.
