Understanding Hardware and
Software
To start your computer science journey, you first need
to explore some basic concepts. First, we have hardware and software. Hardware
refers to the physical components of a computer, like a screen, keyboard, and
mouse. Software, on the other hand, is the collection of programs and
instructions that tell the computer what to do.
Imagine a computer as a brain, with hardware as the
body and software as the mind. The hardware provides the structure and
functionality, while the software gives the computer intelligence and the
ability to perform tasks. Just like you need both a body and a mind to
function, computers rely on hardware and software working together.
Operating System
An operating system is like the boss of a computer. It
manages all the tasks and makes sure everything runs smoothly. It helps you to
interact with the computer and use different software and tasks. It controls
the screen, keyboard, and other parts of the computer.
Example: Windows, macOS, and Android are examples of
operating systems that run on computers and smartphones.
