2007-04-29 01:43:03 · 11 answers · asked by antony272b2 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
you're using it
2007-04-29 01:52:41 · answer #1 · answered by T C H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A computer system is the combination of hardware and software. A typical computer system has memory and set of states that define the relationship between the system's inputs and outputs.
Although in earlier times the personal computer or PC was an example of a computer system, in practice a person considered a Computer Systems Engineer these days deals with a range of different computer architectures.
Even the simplest computer classifies as a computer system, because at least two components (hardware and software) have to work together. But the real meaning of "computer system" comes with interconnection. Many computer systems can interconnect, that is, join to become a bigger system. In industry these days the interconnection of variable-speed drives and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to automate production lines and control motors is a common example of a computer system.
Interconnecting different computer systems can prove difficult due to incompatibilities. Sometimes these difficulties occur due to incompatibilities between differing hardware and sometimes between differing software. Technically knowledgeable people can configure disparate computers to communicate using a set of rules and constraints known as protocols. Protocols attempt to precisely define the communication within and between computing endpoints. If two computer systems define the same protocols, they may be capable of interconnecting and become a part of a larger system.
Computing systems are commonly given female names by their owners due to the impact they have on our lives. Networks connecting computers, in contrast, are given male names.
Common computer system communications protocols include:
Asi
Profibus
Modbus
Canbus
RS232
RS485
Ethernet-based communications are also emerging as a computer systems communication protocol.
2007-04-29 08:50:58 · answer #2 · answered by mparrish1978 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Computer is an electronic device which can 1. Accept data from the users. 2.Input,store and execute instructions.
3.Perform mathematical and logical operation.
4.Provide result according to the users requirement.
I have not copied from any book. I have told my own answer.
2007-04-29 08:59:29 · answer #3 · answered by Happiness 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An electronic device that stores, retrieves, and processes data, and can be programmed with instructions. A computer is composed of hardware and software, and can exist in a variety of sizes and configurations
2007-04-29 08:55:37 · answer #4 · answered by KHAN-G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little bit of backward engineering from Roswell.
2007-04-29 08:50:16 · answer #5 · answered by Chris Z 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
something that computes
2007-04-29 08:52:16 · answer #6 · answered by Dude D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A friend.
2007-04-29 08:53:52 · answer #7 · answered by ak_pathik 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read up on them at:
2007-04-29 08:51:11 · answer #8 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what do you think your using now dude!!!
2007-04-29 09:10:27 · answer #9 · answered by lewisclarke1994 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the thing you are using....
2007-04-29 08:50:34 · answer #10 · answered by twilightlover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋