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The Computer
A machine that performs tasks, such as mathematical calculations or electronic communication, under the control of a set of instructions called a program is a computer. Programs usually reside within the computer and are retrieved and processed by the computer's electronics, and the program results are stored or routed to output devices, such as video display monitors or printers. Computers are used to perf ....
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.... to solve mathematical problems.
How Computers Work
The physical computer and its components are known as hardware. Computer hardware includes the memory that stores data and instructions; the central processing unit (CPU) that carries out instructions; the bus that connects the various computer components; the input devices, such as a keyboard or mouse, that allow the user to communicate with the computer; and the output devices, such as printers and video dis ....
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