UNIT 1 - Basic Computer Engineering (BT-205)
Unit 1 of Basic Computer Engineering (BT-205) provides a comprehensive understanding of computer fundamentals and operating systems. It begins with the definition, classification, and organization of computers, including CPU, registers, bus architecture, and instruction sets. The unit covers memory and storage systems, input/output devices, and system and application software. It also explores the applications of computers in diverse areas such as e-business, bioinformatics, healthcare, remote sensing and GIS, meteorology, climatology, computer gaming, multimedia, and animation. Additionally, the unit introduces operating system concepts including functions, types, and management of files, processes, and memory, along with a basic introduction to MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel.
