Computer Basic Knowledge refers to the basic and fundamental concepts related to computers. It is very important for those who are just starting to learn computers.Below are the main points of Computer Basic Knowledge:
🖥️ 1. What is a computer?A computer is an electronic device that accepts input, processes it, and provides output.
⚙️ 2. Main components of a computer:a) Hardware:CPU (Central Processing Unit) – acts like the brainRAM (Random Access Memory) – temporary memoryHard Disk – for storing permanent dataMonitor – shows outputKeyboard – gives inputMouse – gives instructions
b) Software:
Operating System (Windows, Linux, macOS) – helps to run the computer
Application Software (MS Word, Excel, Browser etc.)
- Operating System (OS):
The operating system is the software required to run a computer.
💾 4. Data and File Management:
Creating Folders and Files
Copying, Cutting, Pasting
Saving Data to USB or Hard Disk
5. Internet Usage:Using a browser (Chrome, Firefox)Creating and sending emailsOnline searches (Google)
🧮 6. Basic concepts of MS Office:MS Word – typing and document creationMS Excel – creating calculations and tablesMS PowerPoint – creating presentations
🔐 7. Computer Security:Antivirus UsagePassword ProtectionData Backup
Typing Skills:
Learn Bangla and English typing (using Avro or Bijoy)
✅ 9. Some general rules for using a computer:Regular updatesDo not install unnecessary softwareUse original software
🔄 10. Examples of input and output devices:
Input device Output device
Keyboard Monitor
Mouse Printer
Scanner Speaker