6 Computer
6 Computer
ICT means using computers and other devices to send, receive, and store information. Computers
take input (like typing on a keyboard) and give output (like showing text on a screen).
ii. What is a computer? Give an example.
A computer is a machine that helps us work and play. Example: A smartphone.
iii. Generations of Computers:
1. First: Big computers with vacuum tubes.
2. Second: Smaller, faster computers with transistors.
3. Third: Used tiny circuits to work better.
4. Fourth: Small, powerful computers with microchips.
5. Fifth: Smart computers with AI.
iv. How do ICT devices help in measurement?
ICT devices measure things like temperature (thermometer) and speed (speedometer).
v. Good and Bad Sides of ICT:
✔️Helps us talk, learn, and work faster.
❌ Can be unsafe online, expensive, and bad for health.
vi. How do we use ICT in daily life?
We use ICT for learning, talking, shopping, banking, and fun activities.
Chapter 2
Input sends data to the computer (e.g., keyboard), while output displays
results (e.g., monitor).
A computer takes input, processes it, shows output, and stores data.