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Computer basics, what is a computer, computer components, types of computer
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What is a computer?
A computer is an electronic device for processing information or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve and process data. You may be aware that you can use a computer to write documents, send email, play games, and browse the web. You can also use it to edit or create spreadsheets, presentations, and even video files.

Hardware vs. Software (Hardware vs. Software)
Before we talk about the different types of computers, let's talk about two things all computers have in common: hardware and software.

Hardware is any part of your computer that has a physical, tangible structure such as a keyboard or mouse. It also includes all the internal parts of the computer.

Software is any package of instructions that tells hardware what to do and how to do it. Examples of software include web browsers, games, and word processors. Below, you can see an image of Microsoft's PowerPoint, which is used to create presentations.

Different types of computers
Computers come in many shapes and sizes and perform many different functions in our daily lives. When you withdraw money from an ATM, scan groceries you bought in a store, use a calculator, etc., you are using a type of computer.
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About Me
I am a graduate of the Faculty of Computers and Information, Assiut University, Department of Information Systems. I graduated in the year 2020 with a very good grade, and I want to work as a teacher of computers and computer materials until the university level, specializing in the Faculty of Computers, Information and Computer Science. I was an instructor at the Ahmed Dhaif Allah International School for Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology. Full time, 2 years of experience
Education
I am a graduate of the Faculty of Computers and Information, Assiut University, Department of Information Systems. I graduated in the year 2020 with a very good grade
Experience / Qualifications
I was an instructor at the Ahmed Dhaif Allah International School for Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology. Full time, 2 years of experience
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
Arabic
English
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New York
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What is a computer?
A computer is an electronic device for processing information or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve and process data. You may be aware that you can use a computer to write documents, send email, play games, and browse the web. You can also use it to edit or create spreadsheets, presentations, and even video files.
Hardware vs. Software (Hardware vs. Software)
Before we talk about the different types of computers, let's talk about two things all computers have in common: hardware and software.

Hardware is any part of your computer that has a physical, tangible structure such as a keyboard or mouse. It also includes all the internal parts of the computer, which you can see
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