MARISSA DORIABLOCK 3

Business and Technology

Computer Hardware and Software

Computer Hardware—Physical elements of a computer system Examples: Keyboards and Cameras

Software—Instructions that run the computer system Examples: Word Processing and Spreadsheet

Input Devices

Keyboard and MonitorControllers and JoysticksTouch-Sensitive ScreensLight PensScanners

Operating and Application Software

Operating Software—Translates commands and allows application programs to interact with the computers hardware Examples: Windows

Application Software—Programs that perform specific tasks such as word processing, database management, or accounting Examples: Word Processing, Desktop Publishing,

spreadsheet and database

Sizes of Data Storage

Bit—Smallest UnitNibble—4 bits; a ½ BiteByte—8 BitsKilobyte—1,024 BytesMegabyte—A million BytesGigabyte—A billion BytesTerabyte—A thousand Bytes

Technology used in Schools

ComputersPhonesAlarm Systems

Technology used in Medicine

ComputersLasik EyesMeasuring Devices

Technology used in Banking and Finance

Counting DeviceAtmsComputers

How technology can save and waste money in business

Save: Web Conferencing, save time and digital direct

Waste: Not 100% reliable, Possibility of breaking and training time

Computer Aided Design

Computer Aided Design—Use of technology to create product styles and designs

Advantages: Allows you to try different shapes, sizes and materials for a new machine, car, or food. It is also an advantage because it allows you to experiment with new variations

Telecommuting

Involves the activities of a worker using a computer at home or to do a job

Advantages: Saves travel time and costDisadvantages: Not 100% reliable and

durable

Computer Literacy

Computer Literacy—Ability to use computers to process information or solve problems

It is important to have this because many jobs use computers and take full advantage of them in order to the complete the required tasks

Computer Virus

Program code hidden in a system that can do damage to software or stored data

They can be prevented by going on the proper websites

Three Health Concerns while using Technology

EyestrainVisual ProblemsMuscle TensionNerve Damage