Computer Science JSS 1
Topic:Types and Uses Of Computer
Types Of computer
- Analog Computer: Analog computers are computer that operate on value represented in form of continuous variables. That is, they are used for measuring physical condition, such as temperature, speed, pressure, e.t.c example are thermometer, barometer, volt meter, speedometer.
- Digital Computer: Digital computers are computer that operate on data that represented in the form of discrete values. i.e they operate on digits or number. They are used for performing mathematical and logical operation on data. E.g. digital computer, programmable calculator, digital wrist watches, score board
- Hybrid Computer: Hybrid computers are computer that combine they operation of analog and digital computer. That is they are used for both measurement and calculations. They are used in a specialized area such as scientific and technical application as well as researched institute. E.g. dispenser, exploration machine, weather forecast equipment.
Uses and Application Of Computer
Computer system has wide area of application ranging from schools, banks, hospital, government, parastatals, scientific research.
Uses Of Computer In School
- It is used in keeping record and files of student and the entire school and staff
- It is used for preparing examination question
- It is used for preparing student result
- It is used for classroom learning
- It is used by teachers and student for making research.
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