Thursday, October 4, 2012

Basic Definitions


Basic Definitions

Term
Definition
Computer
A computer is an electronic device aimed to process, store, and retrieve data. It is made of both hardware and software components.
Program
A program is a set of instructions aimed be executed to perform a specific task.
Algorithm
An algorithm is a sequence of procedures for solving a problem.
Software
Software is a set of programs which consist of a group of instructions to achieve a specific task.
Hardware
Hardware is the physical parts or components that make up the computer system.
Program Execution
It is the process in which a program’s instructions are performed.

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