GENERAL INFORMATICS & SANSKRIT Page 3 CONTENT

In this chapter we will learn: 1. The concept of an algorithm 2. The major parts of a computer required to carry out algorithms. 3. The main characteristics of computers. 4. How problems are solved by computers Computers are now affecting every sphere of human activity and bringing about many changes in industry, government, education, medicine, scientific research, law, social sciences and even in arts like music and painting. They are presently used, among other applications, to Design buildings, bridges and machines Control space vehicles Assist in railway reservation Control inventories to minimize material cost Grade examinations and process results Aid in teachin