Unit 1

Computer Fundamentals  

Aim: To learn about computers

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this unit, the pupil will be able to:
• Describe what is a computer
• Name the type of computers
• Explain how a computer works
• State the uses of computers
• State the advantages of using computers

Computer Fundamentals

What is a computer?

A computer is an electronic machine.

Some types of computers

Parts of a Desktop Computer

Activity 1 : I fill the crossword with the help of the pictures and letters given.

Activity 2: I name the types of computers below:

How do electronic machines work?

A washing machine takes a dirty t-shirt, washes it and gives us a clean t-shirt.

A calculator takes two numbers, adds it and gives us the result.

How do computers work?

Computers take in data (input), work it out (process) and produce information (output).

Some uses of computers

Computers in daily life

Some advantages of using computers