Computer Fundamentals and Information Technology Notes PDF

Syllabus

DETAILED CONTENTS

1. Fundamentals  of Computer

1.1 Draw the block diagram of a Computer.

1.2. Explain the interaction between the CPU, Memory Input/Output devices.

1.3. Describe the function of CPU and major functional parts of CPU.

1.4. Describe the function of memory.

1.5 Describe the function of input/output devices.

1.6 State the relevance of speed and word length for CPU Performance.

1.7 Recognize the current family of CPUs used in Computers

1.8 State the use of storage devices used in a Computer.

1.9 List types of memory used in a Computer.

1.10 State the importance  of cache memory.

1.11 Generations of computers.

1.12 Classification of computers –based on size, processor.

1.13 Know importance of binary number system for use in Digital Computers.

1.14 List the various number systems used in digital Computer.

1.15 Convert decimal number into binary number.

1.16 Convert binary number into decimal  number.

1.17 Convert binary number into hexadecimal number.

1.18 Convert hexadecimal number into binary number.

1.19. Understand the ASCII coding scheme.

1.20 Understand the EBCDIC coding scheme.

2.DOS & Windows Operating Systems

2.1     Describe the need for an operating  system

2.2     List the various operating system used presently

2.3     DOS Prompt, Types of  Commands, Internal & External Commands

2.4     Directories and files , wild cards, autoexec.bat, config.says,

2.5     List the features of Window desktop

2.6     List the components of Window

2.7     State the function of each component of Window

2.8     Explain the method of starting a program using start button

2.9     Understand maximize, minimize, restore down and close button

2.10 State the meaning of a file

2.11 State the meaning of a folder

2.12 Explain the method of viewing the contents of hard disk drive using explore

option

2.13 Explain the method of finding a file using search option

2.14 Explain formatting a floppy disk using explore option

2.15 Describe installing new software using control panel

2.16 Describe uninstalling software using control panel

2.17 Explain installing a new hardware using control panel

2.18 Explain uninstalling a hardware using control panel

2.19 Narrate finding out  drive space using system tool option of accessories

group

2.20 Explain the procedure of disk defragmentation using system tool

2.21 Narrate  installing a Printer using control panel

2.22 Explain the procedure for changing resolution, colour, appearances, and

screensaver option of the display

2.23 Narrate the process of charging the system date and time

3. Fundamentals Of Internet

3.1 Explain meaning of a computer network

3.2 Describe the concept of a local area network

3.3 Explain the concept of wide area network

3.4 Compare internet & intranet

3.5 Describe the relevance of  an internet service provider

3.6 Explain the role of the modem in accessing the internet

3.7 Explain the installation procedure of a modem using control panel

3.8 Explain the purpose of web browser software

3.9 Explain the structure of a Universal Resources Locator(URL)

3.10 Describe the purpose of World Wide Web, FTP, telnet and E-mail

3.11 Explain the process of sending and receiving e-mail

3.12 Understand different connection methods

3.13 Describe address format and  IP address

3.14 Describe DNS

3.15 Describe the role of search  engines with examples

3.16 Differences  between search engines and directory.

3.17 Know about social network sites

3.18 Understand internet security

4.     Understand Programming Methodology

4.1.  State the different steps involved in problem solving

4.2   State the steps involved in algorithm development

4.3   Differentiate algorithm and flowchart

4.4   Develop algorithms for simple problems

4.5  Draw the symbols used in flowcharts

4.6  Draw flowcharts for simple problems