What is Computer and Computer Full Form

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Have you ever wondered whether a computer is just a word of its own meaning or is it a word that has a full form? In this article, we have discussed and clarified the doubts about the full form of computer. Let’s understand it:

What is computer?

Computer is an electronic device that is designed to work with information The term computer is derived from the Latin term ‘computare’, this means to calculate or programmable machine. Computer can not do anything without a Program. It represents the decimal numbers through a string of binary digits. The Word ‘Computer’ usually refers to the Center Processor Unit plus Internal memory.

Charles Babbage is called the “Grand Father” of the computer. The First mechanical computer designed by Charles Babbage was called Analytical Engine. It uses read-only memory in the form of punch cards.

The computer is an electronic device that takes input from the user and processes these data under the control of a set of instructions (called program) and gives the result (output) and saves future use. It can process both numerical and non-numerical (arithmetic and logical) calculations. A computer is a machine that can store and process information. Most computers rely on a binary system that uses two variables, 0 and 1, to complete tasks such as storing data, calculating algorithms, and displaying information.

What is the Full Form of Computer?

The Full Form of Computer is a Commonly Operated Machine Particularly used for Technical and Educational Research.

The term ‘Computer’ is derived from the Latin word ‘computare’, which is defined as- “to calculate”, “to count” or ‘to sum up”, etc. That means the term Computer is not an acronym. It is just a word that has its own meaning. However, there are a few hypothetical full forms of the computer.  

The most commonly used full form of Computer is ‘Common Operating Machine Purposely Used for Technological and Educational Research’. This full form of computer is just a myth because it does not make a proper sense. It is because when computers were invented, they were kind of calculating machines only.

• C – Commonly
• O – Operated
• M – Machine
• P – Particularly
• U – Used for
• T – Technical
• E – & Education
• R – Research

Some other full forms of Computer are as follows

Common Oriented Machine Particularly Used for Trade Education and Research

• Common Operations Made Possible Under Technical Engineering Researches
• Computing Oriented Manipulation Programming Used in Technology Education and Research
• Common Operating Machine Particularly Used for Training, Education, and Reporting
• Capable Of Making Perfectly Uncomplicated Tasks Extremely Rigorous

All of these are just hypothetical full forms of the Computer. 

Generations of Computer

In the first generation (1946 – 1959), computers were based on Electronic Valves (Vacuum Tubes).• In the second generation (1959 – 1965), computers were based on Transistors.• In the third generation (1965 – 1971), computers were based on Integrated Circuits (ICs).• In the fourth generation (1971 – 1980), computers were based on Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) Circuits.• In the fifth generation (1980 – Present), computers are based on different mechanisms, such as Ultra Large Scale Integration (ULSI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Parallel Processing Hardware

What are the different types of computers?

When most people hear the word computer, they think of a personal computer such as a desktop or laptop. However, computers come in many shapes and sizes, and they perform many different functions in our daily lives. When you withdraw cash from an ATM, scan groceries at the store, or use a calculator, you’re using a type of computer.

Desktop computers

Many people use desktop computers at work, home, and school. Desktop computers are designed to be placed on a desk, and they’re typically made up of a few different parts, including the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Laptop computers

The second type of computer you may be familiar with is a laptop computer, commonly called a laptop. Laptops are battery-powered computers that are more portable than desktops, allowing you to use them almost anywhere.

Tablet computers

Tablet computers—or tablets—are handheld computers that are even more portable than laptops. Instead of a keyboard and mouse, tablets use a touch-sensitive screen for typing and navigation. The iPad is an example of a tablet.

Other types of computers

• Smartphones: Many cell phones can do a lot of things computers can do, including browsing the Internet and playing games. They are often called smartphones.
• Wearables: Wearable technology is a general term for a group of devices—including fitness trackers and smartwatches—that are designed to be worn throughout the day. These devices are often called wearables for short.
• Game consoles: A game console is a specialized type of computer that is used for playing video games on your TV.
• TVs: Many TVs now include applications—or apps—that let you access various types of online content. For example, you can stream video from the Internet directly onto your TV.

How does the Computer work?

For the complete function of the components, two major components are required i.e. Hardware and Software.

The Hardware of a computer consists of two categories namely processing hardware and peripheral devices.

CPU falls under processing hardware which processes the data. While peripheral devices (Keyboard, Mouse, etc.) help the user to interact with the computer.

We will discuss both hardware and software components down below in the article.

What was the First Computer 

• Language – FORTRAN
• First high-level programming language – Plankalkul
• First Computer – ENIAC
• Programmer – Ada Lovelace
• Virus – BRAIN
• mouse made of – Wood
• Spreadsheet program – VisiCalc
• Used for – only for calculations

What is computer definition

A computer is an electronic system that uses instructions to store, retrieve, and process data by using hardware and software.

It uses computer programming to perform arithmetical or logical operations sequences.

The computer contains particularly arithmetic and logical unit i.e. ALU.

Computers can be technology-based ie. It can be digital, analog, and hybrid.

There are also several other Super Computers, Personal Computers, Desktops, Laptops, etc.

The computer is often known to be a computing machine since, without software, it cannot do anything.

It takes user raw data as an input process and produces user output.

In simple words, we can say that the digital computer is an electronic device along with its components i.e. hardware and software (just like apps in mobile).

It makes our life easier by processing raw data output in any form given to it, into meaningful data as desired by the user.

There is a lot of software and hardware are available in the market as per the user requirements.

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