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Hardware and operating systems - Coggle Diagram
Hardware and operating systems
Computer Language and Function
Computer Functions
Hardware
(Physical elements of a computer.)
Software
(Data and instructions to manage it.)
(System)
4 different functions:
Input data
Output data
Storing data
Processing data
ASCII
ASCII, stands for American Standard Code for Information Interchange. It is a 7-bit character code where each individual bit represents a unique character.
Computer Elements
Microprocessor
Today's microprocessor can process 64 bits at a time.
A microprocessor's power also depends on its cache memory and the speed at which it it rommunicates with the RAM.
Memory and Units of Storage
RAM
(Random access memory.)
How does RAM work?
RAM provides the shorter-term memory the CPU needs to open files and move data around as it responds to the tasks given to it by your apps. Both RAM and the CPU work synchronously and complementarily to ensure that your computer's performance fits your needs and you have a good experience when using your device.
Cache memory
How does cache memory work?
Cache memory temporarily stores information, data and programs that are commonly used by the CPU. When data is required, the CPU will automatically turn to cache memory in search of faster data access. This is because server RAM is slower and is further away from the CPU.
Motherboard and connecting devices
Software and Operating Systems
Windows Operating System
Linux Operating System
Computer Networks