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Because files can have different purposes, they have different types. The file type is best identified by its file structure. For example a text file would have a very different structure than a file than can be executed. An executable file must have a specific structure to be able to be run. The file structure is used to determine its MIME type. The word MIME stands for multipurpose internet mail extension and is used as a standard to identify various file types. File Extensions In...

     Files are a collection of data onto a permanent storage structure. They are stored on a permanent storage media such as a computer hard drive, CD ROM drive, floppy disk drive or sometimes even a tape drive. Files take a certain amount of room to store. For example if you have two text files and one file has one sentence in it while the other file has 200 sentences in it, the file with 200 sentences will use more room on the storage media. File FunctionsDifferent...

To help understand computers it is best to first learn about computer data. Computer data is information required by the computer to be able to operate. It is used to: Run programs - This is the actual executable program data that the computer will execute to run the program such as Microsoft Word. Store program or system configuration information. Store information that the computer user needs such as text files or other files that are associated with the program the computer user is...

What is an applicationApplications are programs that are installed. on computers to give users the ability to do specific tasks. For example, Microsoft Word® is a program that gives the user the ability to write documents. Some program packages come in a set with multiple programs included to provide multiple capabilities such as the Microsoft Office® suite of programs. This suite of programs also includes Microsoft Outlook® which is used to send and receive e-mail. It also includes...

Is the Operating System? The operating system is the core software from your computer. which perform many functions and, in very basic terms, an interface between your computer and the outside world. In the section about the hardware, the computer is described as part consisting of several components including monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other parts. The operating system provides an interface for this part using what is called a "driver". This is why sometimes when installing a new printer...

  The word internet is used to describe a network of networks which incorporate a very large and complicated set of equipment. To understand the internet, there are three areas of discussion which are very helpful. These include the various services provided across the internet, the functions that enable the internet to work, and the various organizations that are part of the internet. Internet ServicesThe main services used on the internet include: Web browsing - Supported by the...

The word network can be used to describe a very large and complicated set of equipment. In its most accurate and simplest definition a network refers to the cables and electronic components that amplify the signals going through the cables. The amplifying equipment is necessary to ensure accurate communication and make the signal stronger if it needs to go long distances.  Broader Definition When many people talk about a network, they are talking about a network using a very broad...

 Hardware The term hardware describes the physical parts of your computer which you can physically touch or see such as your monitor, case, disk drives, microprocessor and other physical parts.  Software The term software describes the programs that run on your system. This includes your computer operating system and other computer programs which run. Software is written in a computer language (such as Basic, C, Java, or others) by programmers. The computer language is in a text...

Computer HardwareThe term computer hardware refers to the various electronic components that are required for you to use a computer along with the hardware components inside the computer case. As you know your computer equipment is made of several common components. These include: The main computer box. A monitor - Looks like a television screen. A keyboard. A mouse. Speakers. An optional printer The main computer box is the main component of the computer. It has computer hardware...

To help understand computers it is best to first learn about computer data. Computer data is information required by the computer to be able to operate. It is used to: Run programs - This is the actual executable program data that the computer will execute to run the program such as Microsoft Word. Store program or system configuration information. Store information that the computer user needs such as text files or other files that are associated with the program the computer user is...

Basic Computer TutorialThis basic computer tutorial is written for those who do not know very much about computers. The purpose of this basic computer tutorial is to help the reader better understand how to use their computer more effectively and safely. It will help the reader understand: What files and file types are. How to copy files. Where your files are stored. What the parts of your computer are. What an operating system is. What a computer program is. Security and PerformanceWith...