http://www.pc-diy.org A computer is a programmable machine that receives input, stores and manipulates data, and provides output in a useful format. Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs). Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space. Simple computers are small enough to fit into small pocket devices, and can be powered by a small battery. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. The Church–Turing thesis is a mathematical statement of this versatility: any computer with a certain minimum capability is, in principle, capable of performing the same tasks that any other computer can perform. Therefore computers ranging from a netbook to a supercomputer are all able to perform the same computational tasks, given enough time and storage capacity. en-us Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:57 CST Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:57 CST http://www.pc-diy.org/ A computer is a programmable machine that receives input, stores and manipulates data, and provides output in a useful format. Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs). Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space. Simple computers are small enough to fit into small pocket devices, and can be powered by a small battery. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. The Church–Turing thesis is a mathematical statement of this versatility: any computer with a certain minimum capability is, in principle, capable of performing the same tasks that any other computer can perform. Therefore computers ranging from a netbook to a supercomputer are all able to perform the same computational tasks, given enough time and storage capacity. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:57 CST http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/143629/.ORG-Registrations-Up-Over-10-percent-To-Over-9-Million... .Org Released bi-Annual Domain Name Report: Registrations Up Over 10% To Over 9 Million 2011AUGUST 15 .ORG, The Public Interest Registrytoday released the results of its bi-annual domain name report, “The Dashboard. 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Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were th... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53088/History-of-computing... The first use of the word computer was recorded in 1613, referring to a person who carried out calculations, or computations, and the word continued to be used in that sense until the middle of the 20th century. From the end of the 19th century onwards though, the word began to take on its more familiar meaning, describing a machine that carries ... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53090/Stored-program-architecture... The defining feature of modern computers which distinguishes them from all other machines is that they can beprogrammed. That is to say that a list ofinstructions(theprogram) can be given to the computer and it will store them and carry them out at some time in the future. In most cases, computer instructions are simple: ad... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53092/Function... A general purpose computer has four main components: thearithmetic logic unit(ALU), thecontrol unit, thememory, and the input and output devices (collectively termed I/O). These parts are interconnected bybusses, often made of groups ofwires. Inside each of these parts are thousands to trillions of smallel... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53094/Hardware... The termhardwarecovers all of those parts of a computer that are tangible objects. Circuits, displays, power supplies, cables, keyboards, printers and mice are all hardware. History of computing hardware First Generation (Mechanical/Electromechanical) Calculators Antikythera mechanism,Difference engine,Norden bomb... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53096/Software... Softwarerefers to parts of the computer which do not have a material form, such as programs, data, protocols, etc. When software is stored in hardware that cannot easily be modified (such asBIOSROMin anIBM PC compatible), it is sometimes called firmware to indicate that it falls into an uncertain area somewhere betwe... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/articles/53099/Professions-and-organizations... As the use of computers has spread throughout society, there are an increasing number of careers involving computers. Computer-related professions Hardware-related Electrical engineering,Electronic engineering,Computer engineering,Telecommunications engineering,Optical engineering,Nanoengineering Softwar... 2010-02-17 http://www.pc-diy.org/headlines/news/PC, Computers, Personal Computer, DIY PC, Computers, Personal Computer, DIY News Headline :A computer is a programmable machine that receives input, stores and manipulates data, and provides output in a useful format. Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs). Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space. Simple computers are small enough to fit into small pocket devices, and can be powered by a small battery. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. The Church–Turing thesis is a mathematical statement of this versatility: any computer with a certain minimum capability is, in principle, capable of performing the same tasks that any other computer can perform. Therefore computers ranging from a netbook to a supercomputer are all able to perform the same computational tasks, given enough time and storage capacity. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:57 CST http://www.pc-diy.org/resources/partners Other Resources :A computer is a programmable machine that receives input, stores and manipulates data, and provides output in a useful format. Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs). Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space. Simple computers are small enough to fit into small pocket devices, and can be powered by a small battery. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. The Church–Turing thesis is a mathematical statement of this versatility: any computer with a certain minimum capability is, in principle, capable of performing the same tasks that any other computer can perform. 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Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. The Church–Turing thesis is a mathematical statement of this versatility: any computer with a certain minimum capability is, in principle, capable of performing the same tasks that any other computer can perform. Therefore computers ranging from a netbook to a supercomputer are all able to perform the same computational tasks, given enough time and storage capacity. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:57 CST http://www.pc-diy.org/information/contact Contact us :A computer is a programmable machine that receives input, stores and manipulates data, and provides output in a useful format. Although mechanical examples of computers have existed through much of recorded human history, the first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). These were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs). Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space. Simple computers are small enough to fit into small pocket devices, and can be powered by a small battery. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". The embedded computers found in many devices from MP3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are however the most numerous. The ability to store and execute lists of instructions called programs makes computers extremely versatile, distinguishing them from calculators. 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