Computer Science 210: Introduction to Information Systems and Computer Applications

Study Guide

Unit 2 – Hardware and Software

Learning Outcomes

When you have completed this unit, you should be able to

  1. Describe how data is represented and measured by computers.
  2. List and describe input devices.
  3. Describe the functions of the internal components of a computer, including the motherboard and CPU.
  4. List and describe output devices.
  5. Describe and differentiate memory and storage, and list storage devices and media.
  6. Describe specific uses of the various data storage systems.
  7. Describe communications hardware components.
  8. Describe basic software commands and interface concepts.

Required Reading

eText Chapter 2, including Summary

Review Activities

Complete the Self-Quiz at the end of the chapter.

Assessment

See Unit 0 for more details about the following activities:

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