Learn and explore computer basics, its history, hardware, software, number systems, and the anatomy of a computer.

Computer Science Bootcamp

This module covers the basics of computers and delves into software development. We’ll start by studying the essentials of computers, including their history, hardware, and software. Next, we’ll explore information representation and number systems, including the binary representation of text, colors, and images. Then, we’ll understand the anatomy of a computer, from logic gates to input/output devices, memory, and the central processing unit. Finally, we’ll dive deep into the software side of computers, including computer programming, the lifecycle of a program, and software application development. By the end of this module, we’ll have gained foundational skills to advance our careers in computer technology.

Computing Basics

Two main components are required for any modern digital general-purpose computing machine: hardware and software.


## Hardware
**Hardware** is the set of physical components that make up a computer system. These components typically include the central processing unit (CPU), motherboard, memory, storage devices, and input/output devices.

**CPU:** The computer’s brain, which performs all the processing tasks.


**Motherboard:** The main circuit board, which connects all the components of a computer.

**Memory:** The temporary storage space that holds data and instructions while the computer runs.

**Storage devices:** Hard disk drives and solid-state drives that store data.

**Bus:**
Connects the CPU to other components on the motherboard. The bus allows for internal communication between the CPU and memory, cache, and other components.

**Input/output devices:** The mouse, monitors, keyboards,  printers, and scanners that allow users to interact with the computer.


Two main components are required for any modern digital general-purpose computing machine: hardware and software.


# Hardware
**Hardware** is the set of physical components that make up a computer system. These components typically include the central processing unit (CPU), motherboard, memory, storage devices, and input/output devices.

**CPU:** The computer’s brain, which performs all the processing tasks.


Learn about essential components of computers, computer programs, and their uses.

Introduction

Computer Basics

Binary System

Essential Number Systems

Binary Arithmetic

Using Binary to Represent Information

Getting to Know Computers

The Software - Computer Programming

Building a Software Application

Conclusion

Hardware and Software

Hardware