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The document provides a comprehensive overview of hardware and software, detailing the differences between the two, including examples of each. It also discusses the importance of hardware inventory, considerations for storing hardware, and factors in choosing suppliers. Additionally, it outlines the categories of hardware and software, along with specific examples of devices and applications.

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The document provides a comprehensive overview of hardware and software, detailing the differences between the two, including examples of each. It also discusses the importance of hardware inventory, considerations for storing hardware, and factors in choosing suppliers. Additionally, it outlines the categories of hardware and software, along with specific examples of devices and applications.

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ASS 1 QUET AND ANSWER

1. What do you need to have detailed Information about all the hard mare equipment
within an organization.
2. What are the two (2) Common tools to create a hardware Inventory?
3. Give at least six (6) details that should be included in hardware Inventory.
4) what are the four (4) Important consideration when Storing the Hardware
5. Explain the appropriate Storage place When Storing peripheral devices?
6. Give the five (5) ways of locating a Supplier
7. what are the four (4) factors in choosens a right supplier
8. Brietly describe what is System softWare?
9. What is the difference between Hard ware and Software Ware. describe with
their examples.

The main difference between hardware and software is that


# hardware is the physical components of a computer, while software is the
instructions and data that run on the hardware:
#.Hardware
The physical parts of a computer that can be seen and touched, such as the CPU,
hard drive, memory, motherboard, and monitors. Hardware can wear out over time due
to physical wear and tear.
@ Software
The programs, instructions, and data that tell the hardware how to function, such
as operating systems, applications, and utility software. Software can be affected
by bugs and glitches, but it doesn't wear out physically.
Here are some other
@ Hardware can't be transferred electronically, but it can be used in different
computers if the parts are compatible. Software can be transferred electronically
via a network system or USB drive.
@. Hardware isn't affected by viruses, but software can be.
@. Hardware often needs to be physically replaced when it breaks or becomes
obsolete. Software can usually be updated or replaced through digital downloads.

Some examples of hardware include: printers, scanners, routers, hard drives, and
network cards.
Some examples of software include:
• Word processors
• Spreadsheets
• Web browsers
• Games
• Operating systems, such as Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Anti-virus applications
@. Hardware refers to the physical and visible components of the system such as a
monitor, CPU, keyboard and mouse. Software, on the other hand, refers to a set of
instructions which enable the hardware to perform a specific set of tasks.

@. Hardware is further divided into four main categories:


• Input Devices
• Output Devices
• Secondary Storage Devices
Internal Components
@. Software is further divided into two main categories:
• Application Software
• System Software

Some popular types of hardware devices include:


• Central Processing Unit (CPU): The CPU is the brain of a computer system,
responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.
• Random Access Memory (RAM): RAM is a type of volatile memory that provides
temporary storage for data and program code being actively used by the computer.
• Hard Disk Drive (HDD): An HDD is a non-volatile storage device used for long-term
data storage. It stores data magnetically on spinning disks.
• Solid-State Drive (SSD): An SSD is a type of storage device that uses NAND-based
flash memory for data storage, offering faster access times compared to traditional
HDDs.
• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): The GPU is specialized hardware designed to
handle graphics-related tasks, such as rendering images and videos.
• Motherboard: The motherboard is the main circuit board of a computer, connecting
and providing power to various components such as the CPU, RAM, and storage
devices.
• Printer: A printer is a hardware device that produces a hard copy of digital
documents or images on paper.
• Router: A router is a networking device that connects different computer networks
and directs data traffic between them.
• Smartphone: Smartphones are handheld devices that integrate various hardware
components, such as a language processor, memory, camera, and display
screen, running on an operating system.
• Wearable Devices: Examples include smartwatches and fitness trackers, which
incorporate sensors, processing devices, and other hardware components.
Examples of Software

As mentioned before, there are two types of software- application software and
system software. Some popular examples of software include:
• Operating System (OS): Examples include Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux. The
OS manages hardware resources and provides a user interface for interacting with
the computer.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Software package including applications like Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint for document creation, spreadsheet analysis, and presentations.
• Web Browsers: Examples include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft
Edge, used for accessing and navigating the internet browser.
• Antivirus Software: Examples include Norton, McAfee, and Avast, which protect
computers from malware, viruses, and other security threats.
• Adobe Creative Cloud: Software suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and
Premiere Pro, used for graphic design, photo editing, and video production.
• Video Games: Software designed for entertainment, such as games like Fortnite,
Minecraft, and Call of Duty.
• Programming Languages: Examples include Python, Java, and C++ languages, which
are used to develop software applications and systems.
• Database Management Systems (DBMS): Examples include MySQL, Oracle, and Microsoft
SQL Server, used for managing and organizing large datasets.
• Web Development Frameworks: Examples include Django (Python), Ruby on Rails
(Ruby), and Angular (JavaScript), used for building dynamic and interactive
websites.
• Media Players: Examples include VLC Media Player, Windows Media Player, and
iTunes, used for playing audio and video files.
•

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