The document provides an introduction to computers including their basic components and functions. It defines a computer as an electronic device that can accept data as input, process it according to stored instructions, produce output, and store results for future use. The key components are the input, output, storage, processor, and memory. Computers operate through an information processing cycle of input, processing, output, and storage. The document also discusses computer history and how computers have impacted businesses and personal lives.

1. Essential Introduction to Computers Mrs. Bryant Computer Information Systems

3. What makes a computer so powerful? SPEED A computer can do billions of actions per second RELIABILITY Failures are usually due to human error, one way or another STORAGE A computer can keep huge amounts of data and is easily organized

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