Understanding
Computers In English is called to compute the mean people who are
counting, while in Latin called computare which means counting. Computers as we know it is an electronic device that can have many functions and is able to perform many tasks. Previously during World War 2 computer is a mechanical machine that is used to perform arithmetic operations calculations. Moreover
computers can be defined as a set of electronic tools that mutually
coordinated with one another so that they can receive the data, and then
process the data, and in the end will produce an output in the form of
information (Input> Process> Output).Understanding the computer as well as the functions and benefitsUnderstanding Computers According to Expert Dan Dictionary
# 1. Oxford
English Dictionary (OED2) 2nd edition: Computer as a device that is
used to calculate or control the operations are expressed in the form of
numeric or logical.
# 2. According
to Sanders (1985): Computer is a electronic system to manipulate data
quickly and accurately as well as designed and organized to
automatically receive and store data input, processing and output based
on the instructions that have been stored in memory.
# 3. According
to VC Hamacher in his book "Computer Organization": Computer is a fast
electronic calculating machine and can receive digital input information
and then process it in accordance with a program stored in memory, and
generate output information.
Functions And Benefits Of ComputerComputer at this time is a necessity for every person, the computer becomes an important part of every human life because the computer through various activities we could do the job so it becomes lighter and to shorten the work time. Computers are not only used by adults, but the children were also able to use it, they can learn while playing. Here are some of the functions of the computer that is often used by humans:
# 1. In the field of computer securityIn
the field of security and defense, the computer is a very important
part, because the computer through a country can strengthen its defense
from external attack, with advanced equipment that a country enough
offense and defense to control the computer
# 2. Computers for medical fieldIn
the era of sophisticated as it is today, the health sector has also
started to use technology to improve effectiveness and efficiency,
including the use of medical devices that use computer application that
is Ultra Sonography (USG).
# 3. Computers as a means of controllingComputer as a tool of control for monitoring CCTV, lighting traffic light, or escalator. In this regard the computer as a tool of control short distance and long distance.
# 4. Computer as a means of businessWith
the computer, we can open a business such as printing or screen
printing businesses, video editing businesses, enterprise architecture
design, and internet cafe.
# 5. Computer as a means of informationComputer
connected to the Internet will make it easier we will find information,
news ranging from politics, trade, travel, reference for students, and
so forth.
# 6. Computer as a tool for communicationBy using a computer we can send pictures, video, and audio via e-mail, to chat with someone, and communicate via webcam.By
knowing what the computer understanding and also function in a variety
of fields we will be able to know him and found out that the computer
can also be used for a specific job field. And of course open up the minds to find a line of work that may be an expert in your field if the computer field.
