Exercise 1

ROWENA T. CADUNGOG
Computer Foundations 1
Saturday Class
April 14, 2018

The most important aspect of computer science is problem solving, an essential skill for
life. ... Because computers solve problems to serve people, there is a significant human side
to computer science as well.
A computer is a device that can be instructed to carry out sequences
of arithmetic or logical operations automatically. Modern computers have the ability to follow
generalized sets of operations, called programs. These programs enable computers to perform an
extremely wide range of tasks.
Computers are used as control systems for a wide variety of industrial and consumer
devices. This includes simple special purpose devices like microwave ovens and remote controls,
factory devices such as industrial robots and computer assisted design, and also general purpose
devices like personal computers and mobile devices such as smartphones.
Computers can be defined as electronic devices that receive, store and process the input
data to generate the right output. In order to receive the right and desired output, one should enter
the right information or data in computers.

Computers process various types of data, which is entered by users. These electronic
devices execute a number of programs to achieve the correct result.

Computers also act as highly reliable scientific equipment. They receive and store data and
carries out logical and mathematical calculations too to provide fast and accurate results. These
days, computers are used in various fields and at almost every place!