Overview: This presentation provides a comprehensive guide to assembling your own computer.
Purpose: Understand the process and benefits of building a custom PC.
Key Points: Importance of component understanding and the advantages of customization.
The document discusses the history and development of personal computers. It begins with early microcomputers using the CP/M operating system and progresses to the development of the IBM PC using the Intel 8088 processor and Microsoft's MS-DOS operating system. It then covers improvements to processor architectures from Intel and AMD that increased processing power and capabilities over time.
This document provides an overview of the main hardware components of a computer system. It discusses both internal components like the CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage devices, and expansion slots. It also covers external input/output devices that connect to the computer. The key points are that hardware requires software instructions to function, and that the CPU and chipset on the motherboard work together to allow communication between different hardware components using buses and slots. Memory and storage devices are also distinguished.
All computer hardware components work together to provide four main functions: input, output, processing, and storage. Common hardware components include input devices like keyboards and mice, output devices like monitors and printers, as well as internal components like the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and hard drives. The motherboard serves as the central connection point and contains the CPU and slots for expansion cards.
Hardware and software work together to allow computers to process and store data. The hardware components include the motherboard, CPU, memory, storage devices, ports and expansion cards. The motherboard contains the CPU and connections for other components to communicate. Software provides instructions to control the hardware.
The document discusses data storage technologies used in computers. It covers RAM and ROM for temporary data storage, and hard disk drives for permanent mass storage of data. Hard disks use circular platters coated with magnetic material to store data in sectors and tracks accessed by read/write heads. Cache memory provides temporary high-speed storage. Buses like PCI are used to connect devices like video cards to the motherboard. The boot process loads the BIOS and boot loader from the hard disk to start the operating system.
The document provides an overview of computer hardware components and how they work together in a system. It defines the basic functions of input, processing, output, and storage. The central processing unit (CPU) and memory on the motherboard are described as the main components for processing data. A variety of input and output devices are covered, as well as different types of storage media like hard drives, flash memory, and optical disks that allow for permanent storage of data.
The document discusses the key components of computer hardware. It describes peripheral devices that expand a computer's functionality, such as keyboards, mice, and printers. The core internal components of a computer system unit are then outlined, including the motherboard, processor, memory, hard disks, optical drives, and expansion slots. Basic components of the motherboard like the chipset and BIOS are also summarized.
A computer takes input from devices, processes data using a central processing unit (CPU), and outputs results. It stores data and programs in memory and storage devices. The CPU contains an arithmetic logic unit (ALU) and control unit and communicates with memory, input, and output devices. Common computer components include the motherboard, processor, memory (RAM and ROM), storage (hard drives and optical drives), power supply, and input/output ports. The processor performs calculations and logic operations. Memory temporarily stores active data and programs, while storage provides permanent non-volatile storage.
This document provides an overview of computer basics, including:
- Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer like the case, monitor, keyboard. Software refers to programs and instructions that make the hardware work.
- The CPU (central processing unit) is the brain of the computer and contains the arithmetic/logic and control units. RAM (random access memory) is short-term memory the computer uses to run programs.
- The basic process of how a computer works involves inputting data, the CPU processing it using programs stored in memory, and producing an output. Proper care and ergonomics are important for health and safety.
This document provides an overview of hardware and software basics. It describes the main components of a computer system including central processing units, memory, storage devices, input devices, output devices and networking. It explains the differences between digital and analog systems and gives examples. It also summarizes different types of system software, application software, programming languages and how technology can support instruction.
A computer is an electronic device that takes input, processes it, and provides output. It works with binary digits (0s and 1s) and stores data for further processing. The main components of a computer are the motherboard, processor, memory devices like RAM and ROM, storage devices like hard drives and optical drives, power supply, input devices like keyboard and mouse, and output devices like monitors. The processor performs calculations and logical operations. Data is stored on hard drives in tracks and sectors through magnetic encoding of bits as positive and negative polarities. Optical discs like CDs and DVDs store data as lands and pits that do or do not reflect laser light during reading.
This document summarizes the key components of a computer system. It describes the system unit case and internal components like the motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage drives. It explains how bits and bytes represent data and how components like the control unit, ALU, and registers work together in the CPU's processing cycle. Connection ports on the outside of the system unit and the functions of common components are also outlined.
The document discusses the key internal and external components of a personal computer (PC). It identifies external components like the case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It then describes important internal components such as the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), drives, expansion cards, memory, and power supply. The document provides details on how these components work and their functions within the PC.
The document discusses the basic functions and components of a computer system. It explains how the bootstrap loader initializes the operating system during startup by testing hardware, loading the OS into memory, and passing control to the boot record. The major components of a computer include the motherboard, CPU, RAM, expansion slots, input/output ports, and monitors.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of computer architecture. It begins with some of the earliest computing devices like the abacus and ENIAC, the first general-purpose electronic digital computer. It then discusses the evolution of CPU and memory architecture from vacuum tubes to integrated circuits and microprocessors. The document outlines different bus architectures like ISA, EISA, MCA, PCI, and AGP that were used to connect components. It also reviews memory hierarchies and I/O interfaces like IDE, SCSI, serial ports, USB, and parallel ports. The presentation aims to trace the progression of computer hardware technology over time.
The document provides an introduction to the basic components of a personal computer system, including hardware and software. It describes the main hardware components such as the computer case, power supply, motherboard, CPU, memory, storage devices, ports, and cables. The case protects internal components and needs to provide sufficient cooling. The power supply converts AC to DC power. The motherboard contains the CPU, memory, expansion slots, and connectors. Software includes the operating system and applications.
Computers are electronic devices that can be programmed to perform tasks. They operate by processing digital information and are used in many aspects of modern life such as work, entertainment, communication, and education. Computers range in size from desktop machines to smartphones and have become indispensable tools for both personal and professional use.
This document provides an overview of computer hardware components and trends. It describes the central processing unit, primary and secondary storage, input/output devices, and how hardware has evolved over time. New trends discussed include multimedia, streaming technology, and network computers that access software and data over a network rather than storing it locally.
The Karnataka State Board's 1st PUC (11th grade) Computer Science curriculum encompasses a variety of topics designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of computer systems, programming, and applications. Below is a brief overview of each chapter:
A. Fundamentals of Computers
1. Overview of Computers: Introduces the concept of computers, their evolution, classifications, and applications.
2. Input-Output and Memory Units: Explores the components of a computer system, focusing on input/output devices and memory units.
3. Data Representation: Covers methods of representing data in computers, including number systems and conversions.
4. Software Concepts: Discusses different types of software, including system and application software, and their functions.
B. Problem Solving Methodology
5. Problem Solving Methodology: Focuses on approaches to problem-solving, including problem definition, analysis, and solution design.
C. Programming in C++
6. Object-Oriented Concepts: Introduces the principles of object-oriented programming, such as classes and objects.
7. Introduction to C++: Provides an overview of the C++ programming language, its history, and features.
8. Data Types: Explains fundamental and derived data types in C++.
9. Input Output Operators: Covers the use of input/output operators in C++ for data handling.
10. Control Statements: Discusses various control statements like if-else, loops, and their applications.
11. Arrays: Introduces arrays, their types, and operations in C++.
12. Functions (Library Functions): Explains the use of library functions and their significance in programming.
13. User Defined Functions: Covers the creation and utilization of user-defined functions in C++.
14. Structures: Discusses the concept of structures in C++ for grouping different data types.
D. Elementary Concepts of Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Web Designing
15. Word Processing: Introduces word processing software, focusing on document creation and formatting.
16. Spreadsheets: Covers the basics of spreadsheet applications, including data organization and analysis.
17. Web Designing: Provides an overview of web design principles, HTML basics, and creating simple web pages.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the official Karnataka Pre-University Education Department's syllabus document:
The document provides an introduction to computer hardware components and how they work together. It discusses that hardware needs software to function and operates using binary numbers. The main hardware components include input/output devices, the motherboard containing the CPU and memory, storage devices like hard drives and CD drives, and expansion cards. The motherboard uses buses and communication standards to connect these various components and allow them to exchange data and instructions. BIOS firmware stored on the motherboard helps initialize devices and manage basic functions upon startup.
This document provides an overview of computer basics, including definitions of key concepts like hardware, software, CPUs, RAM and the information processing cycle. It discusses the roles of hardware and software, types of computers, computer components, data storage, printers, and basic computer care, maintenance and ergonomics. The summary is:
The document defines hardware as the physical parts of a computer and software as the programs and instructions. It explains that a CPU processes data using an arithmetic/logic unit and control unit. RAM is used for temporary storage while data is being processed. The information processing cycle involves input, processing, storage and output of data.
This document provides an overview of computer organization topics including motherboard types (Full AT, Baby AT, ATX), computer components (communication ports, SIMMs/DIMMs, processor sockets, cache memory), bus architectures (ISA, PCI, AGP, USB, VL-Bus), and memory module types (EDO, RAM, DRAM, SRAM, SDRAM, VRAM, WRAM, RIMM). It compares features of motherboard types, serial/parallel ports, SIMMs/DIMMs, processor socket types (LGA, PGA, BGA, ZIF), and describes the roles of components like cache memory and bus structures.
Computer is an electronic device that receives input, processes data based on stored instructions, and produces output. It consists of both hardware and software. Computer components include the system unit, CPU, memory, ports, input/output devices, and storage devices. Computers are categorized based on size, speed, and cost into personal computers, palmtop computers, servers, mainframes, and supercomputers. Computers are widely used at home, for education, e-commerce, finance, and telecommuting.
The document provides an overview of the key components of a computer system, including the input and output units, memory, central processing unit, and various ports. It describes the functions of these components and how they work together to process data and perform tasks.
The document provides an overview of computer hardware components and how they work together in a system. It defines the basic functions of input, processing, output, and storage. The central processing unit (CPU) and memory on the motherboard are described as the main components for processing data. A variety of input and output devices are covered, as well as different types of storage media like hard drives, flash memory, and optical disks that allow for permanent storage of data.
The document discusses the key components of computer hardware. It describes peripheral devices that expand a computer's functionality, such as keyboards, mice, and printers. The core internal components of a computer system unit are then outlined, including the motherboard, processor, memory, hard disks, optical drives, and expansion slots. Basic components of the motherboard like the chipset and BIOS are also summarized.
A computer takes input from devices, processes data using a central processing unit (CPU), and outputs results. It stores data and programs in memory and storage devices. The CPU contains an arithmetic logic unit (ALU) and control unit and communicates with memory, input, and output devices. Common computer components include the motherboard, processor, memory (RAM and ROM), storage (hard drives and optical drives), power supply, and input/output ports. The processor performs calculations and logic operations. Memory temporarily stores active data and programs, while storage provides permanent non-volatile storage.
This document provides an overview of computer basics, including:
- Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer like the case, monitor, keyboard. Software refers to programs and instructions that make the hardware work.
- The CPU (central processing unit) is the brain of the computer and contains the arithmetic/logic and control units. RAM (random access memory) is short-term memory the computer uses to run programs.
- The basic process of how a computer works involves inputting data, the CPU processing it using programs stored in memory, and producing an output. Proper care and ergonomics are important for health and safety.
This document provides an overview of hardware and software basics. It describes the main components of a computer system including central processing units, memory, storage devices, input devices, output devices and networking. It explains the differences between digital and analog systems and gives examples. It also summarizes different types of system software, application software, programming languages and how technology can support instruction.
A computer is an electronic device that takes input, processes it, and provides output. It works with binary digits (0s and 1s) and stores data for further processing. The main components of a computer are the motherboard, processor, memory devices like RAM and ROM, storage devices like hard drives and optical drives, power supply, input devices like keyboard and mouse, and output devices like monitors. The processor performs calculations and logical operations. Data is stored on hard drives in tracks and sectors through magnetic encoding of bits as positive and negative polarities. Optical discs like CDs and DVDs store data as lands and pits that do or do not reflect laser light during reading.
This document summarizes the key components of a computer system. It describes the system unit case and internal components like the motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage drives. It explains how bits and bytes represent data and how components like the control unit, ALU, and registers work together in the CPU's processing cycle. Connection ports on the outside of the system unit and the functions of common components are also outlined.
The document discusses the key internal and external components of a personal computer (PC). It identifies external components like the case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It then describes important internal components such as the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), drives, expansion cards, memory, and power supply. The document provides details on how these components work and their functions within the PC.
The document discusses the basic functions and components of a computer system. It explains how the bootstrap loader initializes the operating system during startup by testing hardware, loading the OS into memory, and passing control to the boot record. The major components of a computer include the motherboard, CPU, RAM, expansion slots, input/output ports, and monitors.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of computer architecture. It begins with some of the earliest computing devices like the abacus and ENIAC, the first general-purpose electronic digital computer. It then discusses the evolution of CPU and memory architecture from vacuum tubes to integrated circuits and microprocessors. The document outlines different bus architectures like ISA, EISA, MCA, PCI, and AGP that were used to connect components. It also reviews memory hierarchies and I/O interfaces like IDE, SCSI, serial ports, USB, and parallel ports. The presentation aims to trace the progression of computer hardware technology over time.
The document provides an introduction to the basic components of a personal computer system, including hardware and software. It describes the main hardware components such as the computer case, power supply, motherboard, CPU, memory, storage devices, ports, and cables. The case protects internal components and needs to provide sufficient cooling. The power supply converts AC to DC power. The motherboard contains the CPU, memory, expansion slots, and connectors. Software includes the operating system and applications.
Computers are electronic devices that can be programmed to perform tasks. They operate by processing digital information and are used in many aspects of modern life such as work, entertainment, communication, and education. Computers range in size from desktop machines to smartphones and have become indispensable tools for both personal and professional use.
This document provides an overview of computer hardware components and trends. It describes the central processing unit, primary and secondary storage, input/output devices, and how hardware has evolved over time. New trends discussed include multimedia, streaming technology, and network computers that access software and data over a network rather than storing it locally.
The Karnataka State Board's 1st PUC (11th grade) Computer Science curriculum encompasses a variety of topics designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of computer systems, programming, and applications. Below is a brief overview of each chapter:
A. Fundamentals of Computers
1. Overview of Computers: Introduces the concept of computers, their evolution, classifications, and applications.
2. Input-Output and Memory Units: Explores the components of a computer system, focusing on input/output devices and memory units.
3. Data Representation: Covers methods of representing data in computers, including number systems and conversions.
4. Software Concepts: Discusses different types of software, including system and application software, and their functions.
B. Problem Solving Methodology
5. Problem Solving Methodology: Focuses on approaches to problem-solving, including problem definition, analysis, and solution design.
C. Programming in C++
6. Object-Oriented Concepts: Introduces the principles of object-oriented programming, such as classes and objects.
7. Introduction to C++: Provides an overview of the C++ programming language, its history, and features.
8. Data Types: Explains fundamental and derived data types in C++.
9. Input Output Operators: Covers the use of input/output operators in C++ for data handling.
10. Control Statements: Discusses various control statements like if-else, loops, and their applications.
11. Arrays: Introduces arrays, their types, and operations in C++.
12. Functions (Library Functions): Explains the use of library functions and their significance in programming.
13. User Defined Functions: Covers the creation and utilization of user-defined functions in C++.
14. Structures: Discusses the concept of structures in C++ for grouping different data types.
D. Elementary Concepts of Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Web Designing
15. Word Processing: Introduces word processing software, focusing on document creation and formatting.
16. Spreadsheets: Covers the basics of spreadsheet applications, including data organization and analysis.
17. Web Designing: Provides an overview of web design principles, HTML basics, and creating simple web pages.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the official Karnataka Pre-University Education Department's syllabus document:
The document provides an introduction to computer hardware components and how they work together. It discusses that hardware needs software to function and operates using binary numbers. The main hardware components include input/output devices, the motherboard containing the CPU and memory, storage devices like hard drives and CD drives, and expansion cards. The motherboard uses buses and communication standards to connect these various components and allow them to exchange data and instructions. BIOS firmware stored on the motherboard helps initialize devices and manage basic functions upon startup.
This document provides an overview of computer basics, including definitions of key concepts like hardware, software, CPUs, RAM and the information processing cycle. It discusses the roles of hardware and software, types of computers, computer components, data storage, printers, and basic computer care, maintenance and ergonomics. The summary is:
The document defines hardware as the physical parts of a computer and software as the programs and instructions. It explains that a CPU processes data using an arithmetic/logic unit and control unit. RAM is used for temporary storage while data is being processed. The information processing cycle involves input, processing, storage and output of data.
This document provides an overview of computer organization topics including motherboard types (Full AT, Baby AT, ATX), computer components (communication ports, SIMMs/DIMMs, processor sockets, cache memory), bus architectures (ISA, PCI, AGP, USB, VL-Bus), and memory module types (EDO, RAM, DRAM, SRAM, SDRAM, VRAM, WRAM, RIMM). It compares features of motherboard types, serial/parallel ports, SIMMs/DIMMs, processor socket types (LGA, PGA, BGA, ZIF), and describes the roles of components like cache memory and bus structures.
Computer is an electronic device that receives input, processes data based on stored instructions, and produces output. It consists of both hardware and software. Computer components include the system unit, CPU, memory, ports, input/output devices, and storage devices. Computers are categorized based on size, speed, and cost into personal computers, palmtop computers, servers, mainframes, and supercomputers. Computers are widely used at home, for education, e-commerce, finance, and telecommuting.
The document provides an overview of the key components of a computer system, including the input and output units, memory, central processing unit, and various ports. It describes the functions of these components and how they work together to process data and perform tasks.
2. Types of Robots
Robots come in various forms based on their purpose and capabilities:
Industrial Robots: Used in manufacturing for tasks like assembly, welding, and packaging (e.g., robotic arms in car factories).
Humanoid Robots: Designed to resemble and interact like humans (e.g., Honda's ASIMO, Boston Dynamics’ Atlas).
Autonomous Robots: Operate without human intervention using sensors and AI (e.g., self-driving cars, delivery drones).
Medical Robots: Assist in surgeries, rehabilitation, and diagnostics (e.g., da Vinci Surgical System).
Service Robots: Used in daily life for assistance, cleaning, or entertainment (e.g., robot vacuums, AI-powered chatbots).
Military and Defense Robots: Used for surveillance, bomb disposal, and combat (e.g., drones, autonomous weapons).
AI is shaping industries, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. However, ethical considerations must be addressed to ensure responsible AI development. As AI continues to evolve, society must balance its benefits and risks to maximize its positive impact.
The Law that protect the cyberspace.pptxCarloCimacio
The Philippines has a high rate of social media usage, with over 35% of the population actively using social media. The average time spent on social media per day is 4 hours and 1 minute. Facebook has the highest penetration rate at 32%. Filipinos most often use social media to stay in touch with friends and family (74%) and to share new experiences (63%). Both the Cybercrime Prevention Act and Anti-Bullying Act establish policies to curb online crimes, cyberbullying, and the spread of false information.
Algorithms the fundamentals, For computer Science.pptCarloCimacio
The document discusses problem solving and algorithms. It begins by listing the chapter goals, which include describing the computer problem solving process, distinguishing between different data types and structures, and describing sorting and searching algorithms. It then discusses Polya's problem solving process and strategies like asking questions, dividing problems into subproblems, and recognizing previously solved tasks. The document outlines the phases of computer problem solving and describes algorithms, control structures, and common data types like records and arrays. It explains sorting algorithms like selection sort and searching algorithms like sequential and binary search.
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This document provides an overview of intellectual property rights under Indian law. It discusses the different types of intellectual property including copyrights, patents, industrial designs, trademarks, and geographical indications. For copyrights and patents, it outlines what types of creations or inventions can be protected, the rights granted to owners, and exceptions. The document also summarizes international treaties related to intellectual property and the government agencies that administer different types of IP in India. Overall it concisely introduces the major concepts around intellectual property rights.
This project report explores the critical domain of cybersecurity, focusing on the practices and principles of ethical hacking as a proactive defense mechanism. With the rapid growth of digital technologies, organizations face a wide range of threats including data breaches, malware attacks, phishing scams, and ransomware. Ethical hacking, also known as penetration testing, involves simulating cyberattacks in a controlled and legal environment to identify system vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can exploit them.
Welcome to MIND UP: a special presentation for Cloudvirga, a Stewart Title company. In this session, we’ll explore how you can “mind up” and unlock your potential by using generative AI chatbot tools at work.
Curious about the rise of AI chatbots? Unsure how to use them-or how to use them safely and effectively in your workplace? You’re not alone. This presentation will walk you through the practical benefits of generative AI chatbots, highlight best practices for safe and responsible use, and show how these tools can help boost your productivity, streamline tasks, and enhance your workday.
Whether you’re new to AI or looking to take your skills to the next level, you’ll find actionable insights to help you and your team make the most of these powerful tools-while keeping security, compliance, and employee well-being front and center.
Jamuna river is a morphologically very dynamic river. It carries a vast sediment load from the erosive foothills of Himalaya mountain. The length of the Jamuna River is 220 km. For this research work Jamalpur district is selected to assess morphological changes using hydrodynamic, Artificial intelligence and google satellite images. First, the hydrodynamic model was calibrated and validated at Kazipur station for the years 2018 and 2019 respectively. Then, left overbank maximum discharge, water level, velocity, the slope was extracted from HEC-RAS 1D at 300 m interval interpolated cross-section. Then, this cross-section was exported as a shapefile. In google earth, the erosion rate was measured corresponding to this interpolated cross-section. The results of the hydrodynamic model were given as input variable and erosion rate as an output variable in Machine learning and deep learning technique. Calibration and validation of the regression model was done for the years 2018 and 2019 respectively. This research work can be helpful to locate the area which are vulnerable to bank erosion.
Jeff Menashe - A Dedicated Senior Software EngineerJeff Menashe
Jeff Menashe is a Senior Software Engineer at Innovatech Solutions in Austin, Texas. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas, Jeff specializes in full-stack development and scalable web applications.
Espresso PD Official MP_eng Version.pptxNingChacha1
Cosmetic standards in manufacturing play a crucial role in ensuring the visual quality of products meets customer expectations while maintaining functional integrity. In industries such as electronics, automotive, and consumer goods, cosmetic defects—though often non-functional—can impact brand perception, product desirability, and customer satisfaction.
### **Introduction to Cosmetic Standards in Manufacturing**
Cosmetic standards refer to the guidelines set by manufacturers to evaluate the appearance of a product. These guidelines define acceptable and unacceptable visual defects, ensuring products present a clean, professional look. While minor imperfections may be permissible, consistent and visible defects can lead to customer complaints or reduced marketability.
### **Key Cosmetic Defects in Manufacturing**
Manufacturing processes can introduce various cosmetic defects, including:
- **Scratches and Scuffs**: Surface-level marks that occur during handling, assembly, or packaging.
- **Dents and Deformations**: Physical damage to materials due to improper handling or tooling issues.
- **Color Variations**: Differences in shading or texture due to material inconsistencies or environmental factors during production.
- **Molding Defects**: Injection molding processes can introduce flow lines, sink marks, or flash, affecting the visual quality of plastic components.
- **Print and Label Imperfections**: Misaligned text, smudging, or incomplete printing can impact branding and identification.
- **Paint or Coating Defects**: Issues such as peeling, chipping, or uneven application affecting surface finish.
- **Contaminations and Foreign Material**: Dust, hair, or other particles embedded in the product can be perceived as poor workmanship.
### **Defining Cosmetic Acceptance Criteria**
Manufacturers typically establish cosmetic acceptance criteria based on industry standards, customer expectations, and internal quality requirements. These criteria specify:
- **Defect Classification**: Minor, major, or critical defects based on impact on functionality and aesthetics.
- **Inspection Methods**: Visual inspection under controlled lighting conditions and specific angles.
- **Measurement Tools**: Rulers, calipers, or digital inspection systems for consistency in defect evaluation.
- **Pass/Fail Guidelines**: Clear thresholds for acceptable and non-acceptable defects.
### **Inspection and Quality Control Methods**
To enforce cosmetic standards, manufacturers implement stringent inspection processes, including:
- **Automated Vision Systems**: Using AI-powered cameras to detect surface irregularities.
- **Manual Inspection**: Trained personnel evaluating each unit based on predefined standards.
- **Sampling Plans**: Statistical methods such as AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) to ensure representative evaluation.
- **Defect Tagging and Sorting**: Classifying defective units for rework, scrapping, or customer review.
[PyCon US 2025] Scaling the Mountain_ A Framework for Tackling Large-Scale Te...Jimmy Lai
Managing tech debt in large legacy codebases isn’t just a challenge—it’s an ongoing battle that can drain developer productivity and morale. In this talk, I’ll introduce a Python-powered Tech Debt Framework bar-raiser designed to help teams tackle even the most daunting tech debt problems with 100,000+ violations. This open-source framework empowers developers and engineering leaders by: - Tracking Progress: Measure and visualize the state of tech debt and trends over time. - Recognizing Contributions: Celebrate developer efforts and foster accountability with contribution leaderboards and automated shoutouts. - Automating Fixes: Save countless hours with codemods that address repetitive debt patterns, allowing developers to focus on higher-priority work.
Through real-world case studies, I’ll showcase how we: - Reduced 70,000+ pyright-ignore annotations to boost type-checking coverage from 60% to 99.5%. - Converted a monolithic sync codebase to async, addressing blocking IO issues and adopting asyncio effectively.
Attendees will gain actionable strategies for scaling Python automation, fostering team buy-in, and systematically reducing tech debt across massive codebases. Whether you’re dealing with type errors, legacy dependencies, or async transitions, this talk provides a roadmap for creating cleaner, more maintainable code at scale.
As heavy rainfall can lead to several catastrophes; the prediction of rainfall is vital. The forecast encourages individuals to take appropriate steps and should be reasonable in the forecast. Agriculture is the most important factor in ensuring a person's survival. The most crucial aspect of agriculture is rainfall. Predicting rain has been a big issue in recent years. Rainfall forecasting raises people's awareness and allows them to plan ahead of time to preserve their crops from the elements. To predict rainfall, many methods have been developed. Instant comparisons between past weather forecasts and observations can be processed using machine learning. Weather models can better account for prediction flaws, such as overestimated rainfall, with the help of machine learning, and create more accurate predictions. Thanjavur Station rainfall data for the period of 17 years from 2000 to 2016 is used to study the accuracy of rainfall forecasting. To get the most accurate prediction model, three prediction models ARIMA (Auto-Regression Integrated with Moving Average Model), ETS (Error Trend Seasonality Model) and Holt-Winters (HW) were compared using R package. The findings show that the model of HW and ETS performs well compared to models of ARIMA. Performance criteria such as Akaike Information Criteria (AIC) and Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) have been used to identify the best forecasting model for Thanjavur station.
1. Computer Hardware
Dr. I. Arul Rayappan
Associate Professor of Physics,
St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous),
Tiruchirappalli-620 002.
2. The birth of Personal Computer
Microcomputer
with OS CP/M
and upto 64
dump Terminals
Home computer HC
TV as monitor & Tape
recorder as storage
device
Why not a system for
single user like microcomputer
at the cost of Home computer ???
Personal
computer PC
By IBM
3. For this PC the IBM needs
• A 8 bit processor
which can support above 256KB Memory
• Single user OS
which can work with Floppy Disk
4. Intel
The Microprocessor Company released 8086
a 16 bit Processor with 1MB memory support.
….failure in the market
8086 was modified into 8 bit processor as 8088
used by IBM for PC
5. Microsoft
A small company of those days developed a OS as
Disk Operating System DOS for IBM
…later renamed as MSDOS
6. The First IBM PC configuration
Processor 8088 - 4.77Mhz
256 KB RAM (640kb)
2x360 KB Floppy disk drive
2 Parallel port
2 Serial port
Mono Graphics display card
Mono chromatic monitor
84 keys keyboard
Operating system DOS (8 bit)
7. Microprocessor and PC Development
Intel
8080- 8 bit
8085- 8 bit
8086 -16bit
8088 16/8
80286-16bit
80386-32bit
80486-32bit
80586
PC286AT
12-20Mhz
Windows 3.1
Novel
NetWare
PC386AT
33&40Mhz
Windows 95
8087
80287
80387
SIMM 30pins
16 MB RAM
VGA, ISA Slot
IDE & ATA HDD
Multi Media
16 MB RAM
(4GB)
Dual Speed
CPU& RAM
I/O 33Mhz
With
Co-
processor
Cache mem
72 pin
SIMM
PCI Slot
Tri speed
CPU,Mem
& I/O
PC
&
PC
XT
9. Microprocessor and PC Development
Intel
8080- 8 bit
8085- 8 bit
8086 -16bit
8088 16/8
80286-16bit
80386-32bit
80486-32bit
80586
PC286AT
12-20Mhz
Windows 3.1
Novel
NetWare
PC386AT
33&40Mhz
Windows 95
8087
80287
80387
SIMM 30pins
16 MB RAM
VGA, ISA Slot
IDE & ATA HDD
Multi Media
16 MB RAM
(4GB)
Dual Speed
CPU& RAM
I/O 33Mhz
With
Co-
processor
Cache mem
72 pin
SIMM
PCI Slot
Tri speed
CPU,Mem
& I/O
AMD,
Cyrix,Ti …
PC
&
PC
XT
12. Motherboard
Normally a motherboard consists of
CPU Socket & CPU
Core voltage converter~1.7V
Core Frequency generator e.g. 2.8Ghz
Chip set
Memory bus controller (FSB)
I/O controllers
RAM Slot & RAM
Keyboard interface
I/O Slots
Integrated or All In One Motherboard
Floppy Disk Controller
Hard Disk Controller
parallel ATA (PATA)
Serial ATA (SATA)
Parallel port, Serial port, USB ports
Ethernet
AGP display controller
Sound Controller
14. Pentium-4
Some Important points in selecting
the Processor
Speed: 1 Ghz – 3.4 Ghz ….
FSB : 333Mhz – 833Mhz
Three
Level Cache: 256Kb-4Gb
Models: Single core
HT
Dual Core
16. Today’s Computer Configuration
Pentium-4 3.0Ghz Dual 2Mb Cache 833 FSB
Intel Motherboard 102 FSB 533Mhz
512 MB DDR2
160GB HDD SATA
DVD drive
Serial & Parallel ports
USB port
Monitor CRT or TFT
Keyboard & mouse
AMD Athlon 4800+
Chipset Motherboard
As same as other side
17. Motherboard
Intel Motherboard Intel Chipset
Motherboard
Third party Motherboard
Intel CPU AMD CPU
Chipset and Board
both Intel itself Chipset by Intel
Board Other companies
Like Mercury, Asus…
Chipset by Other chipset
manufacturers
Like VIA, SIS …
Board by Other Companies
Like Mercury, Asus
Motherboard With higher FSB, AGP Slot, SATA interface
and at least three PCI I/O Slots
19. Chipset
There are two major sections in motherboard namely
• Memory Section
• I/O Section
Memory Section
Memory decoders
Bus controller
FSB manager
Etc
For these things
One SMD
I/O Section
I/O Decoder
DMA & PIC
PCI I/O slot manager
Power manager
AGP onboard & AGP Slot
Etc
One SMD
Chipset
20. Memory RAM
SIMM 30 pin
SIMM 72 pin
EDO RAM
(Enhance Data Out)
SD RAM
(Synchronous Data)
RD RAM
(Ram Data bus)
286 & 386 AT
486 & Pentium K5 from AMD
486 & Pentium K5 from AMD
Pentium, Pentium-II & III Athalon
Pentium – 4
DDR
(Double Data Rate)
DDR2
Pentium – 4 Single core & HT FSB: 400Mhz
Pentium – 4 Dual core FSB: 533Mhz
21. Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
Normally used in Servers.
IDE Integrated Drive Electronics
(ATA)Advance Technology Attachment
PATA Parallel ATA
SATA Serial ATA (7200 RPM &
Ultra DMA 133Mhz)
25. A Voice Coil Actuator is a very simple positioning device that utilizes a
coil of wire in a permanent magnetic field. In speakers, the magnet is
cylindrical North-South Pole in-out (or top-bottom of the cylinder) and
the coil goes North-to-South Pole (or top-bottom of an inner
cylinder). Changing the amplitude and polarity of the current in the coil
causes an in-out force that 'plays' the diaphragm on the speaker. The
spring tension on the diaphragm keeps the voice coil actuator centered
when no current is applied. You know the voice coil and speaker ...
here's Alexander Graham Bell's original invention drawing from 1876
(courtesy U.S. Library of Congress):
Voice Coil Actuator
27. The hard disk voice coil actuator
The hard disk voice coil actuator is used to position disk
heads across the platter of the disk. It is a 'voice coil
actuator' in that it only uses a coil and a permanent
magnet in a simple push-pull fashion, but doesn't work
like a speaker voice coil actuator. The geometries are
completely different.
The voice coil actuator looks like this:
28. Hard Disk Basics
Hard disks are organized as a concentric stack of platters. The data is
stored on concentric circles on the surfaces known as tracks. Sections
within each track are called sectors. A sector is the smallest physical
storage unit on a disk and typically it will hold 512 bytes of data.
29. Zoned Bit Recording (ZBR)
Now that you know what’s inside your hard disk and how the data is stored, it’s
time to add some complexity.
If you imagine the surface of a disk platter, considering a constant number of
sectors per track and knowing that track lengths increase the farther a track resides
from the center of the disk (they are concentric circles), it’s not hard to conclude
that the outer data sectors are longer than the inner data sectors.
This means that the outer tracks are greatly underutilized, because in theory they
can hold many more sectors given the same linear bit density. In order to increase
capacity and eliminate this wasted space, a technique called zone bit recording
(ZBR) is employed on modern hard disks. With this technique, tracks are grouped
into zones based on their distance from the center of the disk, and each zone is
assigned a number of sectors per track. As you move from the innermost part of the
disk to the outer edge, you move through different zones, each containing more
sectors per track than the one before. This allows for more efficient use of the
larger tracks on the outside of the disk.
30. Input output Ports in Computer
To communicate with other devices and for interfacing
there some ports in computer
Parallel port for printer and 8 bit interfacing
Serial port for mouse, modem and serial interfacing
USB ports Universal Serial Bus port
for serial communication with devices
at closer distances
Speed 12Mbps & 127 devices
Ether net for LAN
VGA Monitor
31. Power Supply
Transformer Rectifier Filter Regulator
Output
220v Ac
20/9V DC
20/9V AC
12/5V DC
8/20A
8/20A
180W 100W
80W ?~100w
1 computer 1h r = 100W
1 computer 10hrs = 1000W
100 computer 10hrs = 10000W
10 colleges like this = 100000W
100 Cites/towns = 10000000W=10MW
20 States = 200MW
Taking TV into account
= 2000MW
32. Switching Mode Power Supply (SMPS)
Rectifier Filter Inverter Rectifier Filter
220v AC
220v DC 12/5V AC 12/5V DC
AC to DC
DC to AC
Feed back & Correction
33. Keyboard & Mouse
Keyboard
Interface AT (Din connector)
PS/2 (Small Din connector)
Mouse
Interface Serial (9 Pin D type Connector)
PS/2 (Small Din connector)
34. Monitor
Display Card PCI /AGP I/o Card or
On board
(15 Pin D type Connector)
Monitor CRT
TFT(LCD)
36. Parallel Port Anatomy:
Following are the pin outs:
•8 Output pins [D0 to D7]
•5 Status pins [S4 to S7 and S3]
•4 Control pins [C0 to C3]
•8 ground pins [18 to 25]
The Pins having a bar over them ,means that the signal is
inverted by the parallel port's hardware.
if a 1 were to appear on the 11 pin [S7],
the PC would see a 0.
The Status pins are mainly used by the PC to know the
status of the printer ,like if there is paper in the printer,
end of paper etc.
37. Data Bits Table
BIT FUNCTION PIN
D0 data 0 2
D1 data 1 3
D2 data 2 4
D3 data 3 5
D4 data 4 6
D5 data 5 7
D6 data 6 8
D7 data 7 9
In this address the CPU writes the data
to be sent to the printer. It is an
OUTPUT port.
The eight data bits (D0-D7) are latched
to appear in the output connector.
Data Port
38. Status Bits Table
BIT FUNCTION PIN
D0 not used
D1 not used
D2 not used
D3 ERROR/ 15
D4 SLCT/ 17
D5 PE 12
D6 ACK/ 10
D7 BUSY/ 11
This is an INPUT port. These
signals are used by the CPU to
know the state of the printer.
Status Port
39. Control Bits Table
BIT FUNCTION PIN
D0 STROBE 1
D1 AUTO FD 14
D2 INIT/ 16
D3 SLCT IN/ 17
D4 IRQ7
D5 not used
D6 not used
D7 not used
In this port the computer
writes the signals that
control the printer.
Therefore, it is an
OUTPUT port,
Control Port
40. Addresses of LPTn
PORT DATA STATUS CONTROL
LPT1 378H 379H 37AH
LPT2 278H 279H 27AH
LPT3 3BCH 2BDH 3BEH
The computer has three LPTn ports. The addresses of the Data, Status
and Control signals for each LPTn port are listed below. Each port
works in the same way that LPT1 does.
41. LED flash
#include <studio.h>
#include <dos.h>
void main(void)
{
outportb(0x378,0xFF) ;
outportb(0x378,0x00)
}
Stepper Motor control
#include<studio.h>
#include<conio.h>
#include<dos.h>
main() {
outportb(0x378,0x01);
outportb(0x378,0x02);
outportb(0x378,0x04);
outportb(0x378,0x08)
}
42. RS232 Serial Port
Electronic data communications between elements will generally
fall into two broad categories: single-ended and differential.
RS232 (single-ended) was introduced in 1962, rumors for its early
It is widely used through the industry.
Independent channels are established for two-way (full-duplex)
communications. The RS232 signals are represented by voltage
levels with respect to a system common (power / logic ground).
The "idle" state (MARK) has the signal level negative with respect
to common, and the "active" state (SPACE) has the signal level
positive with respect to common. RS232 has numerous
handshaking lines (primarily used with modems), and also
specifies a communications protocol.
43. The RS-232 interface presupposes a common ground between
the DTE and DCE. RS232 data is bi-polar.... +3 TO +12 volts
indicates an "ON or 0-state (SPACE) condition" while A -3 to -12
volts indicates an "OFF" 1-state (MARK) condition.... Modern
computer equipment ignores the negative level and accepts a
zero voltage level as the "OFF" state. In fact, the "ON" state may
be achieved with lesser positive potential.
This means circuits powered by 5 VDC are capable of driving
RS232 circuits directly, however, the overall range that the RS232
signal may be transmitted/received may be dramatically reduced.
44. Description Signal 9-pin DTE 25-pin DCE Source DTE or DCE
Carrier Detect CD 1 8 from Modem
Receive Data RD 2 3 from Modem
Transmit Data TD 3 2 from Terminal/Computer
Data Terminal Ready DTR 4 20 from Terminal/Computer
Signal Ground SG 5 7 from Modem
Data Set Ready DSR 6 6 from Modem
Request to Send RTS 7 4 from Terminal/Computer
Clear to Send CTS 8 5 from Modem
Ring Indicator RI 9
22
from Modem
46. Microcontrollers and Embedded System
Embedded Systems are a combination of Hardware
(microcontrollers) and Software (developed in
assembler, c, c++…) designed to perform a specific
function
An embedded product uses microcontrollers to do one
task and one task only.
47. What is a Microcontroller?
A microcontroller (often abbreviated MCU) is a single computer chip
(integrated circuit) that executes a user program, normally for the
purpose of controlling some device, hence the name
microcontroller.
The program is normally contained either in a second chip, called
an EPROM, or within the same chip as the microcontroller itself.
A microcontroller is normally found in devices such as microwave
ovens, automobiles, keyboards, CD players, cell phones, VCRs,
security systems, time & attendance clocks, etc.
48. Microprocessor Vs Microcontroller
Microcontrollers are used in devices that require some amount of
computing power but donot require as much computing power as that
provided by a complex (and expensive) 486 or Pentium system which
generally requires a large amount of supporting circuitry (large
motherboards, hundreds of megabytes of RAM, hard drives, hard
drive controllers, video cards, etc).
A microwave oven just does not need that much computing power.
Microcontroller-based systems are generally smaller, more reliable,
and cheaper. They are ideal for the types of applications described
above where cost and unit size are very important considerations. In
such applications it is almost always desirable to produce circuits that
require the smallest number of integrated circuits, that require the
smallest amount of physical space, require the least amount of
energy, and cost as little as possible.
49. FEATURE 8051 PENTIUM COMMENT
Clock Speed 12Mhz. typical
but 60MHz. ICs
available
1,000 MHz.
(1GHz.)
8051 internally divides
clock by 12 so for
12MHz. clock effective
clock rate is just 1MHz.
Address bus 16 bits 32 bits 8051 can address 216, or
64Kbytes of memory.
Pentium can address
232, or
4 GigaBytes of
memory.
Data bus 8 bits 64 bits Pentium’s wide bus
allows very fast data
transfers.
ALU width 8 bits 32 bits But - Pentium has
multiple 32 bit ALUs –
along with floating-
point units.
Applications Domestic
appliances,
Peripherals,
Personal
Computers
And other high
Simple comparison: Pentium vs. 8051
51. Microcontroller Manufacturing Companies
There are FOUR major companies manufacturing
8 bit controllers
1. Motorola (6811)
2. Intel (8051 MCS51)
3. Zilog (Z8)
4. PIC (16X____) Microchip
52. 8051 Microcontroller Overview
Functional block of the internal operation of an 8051
ADDRESS BUS (External) 16 bit
I-RAM
General Registers
STACK
Bit-addressable
SFRs etc.
Temporary
register
ALU
8-bit
DATA
BUS
(External)
8
bit
Internal data bus
Memory Address
Register
(Uses P0 and P2)
DPTR
P.C.
Internal Memory
Instruction
Register
Acc
Accumulator
B
Temporary
register
Instruction
decoder/
control logic
C
AC
F0
RS1
RS2
OV
P
PSW
flags
Control
Lines
RD/ WR/ PSEN/
ALE/ etc.
53. Port Organization of MCS51
Port 1
P1.0 – P1.7
Port 0
P0.0 – P0.7
Port 3
P3.0 – P3.7
Port 2
P2.0 – P2.7
P1 P0
P3 P2
54. Port Assignments
Port 0 : Input/Output Port & AD0-AD7 for ext memory
Port 1 : Input/Output Port
Port 2 : Input/Output Port & A8-A15 for ext Memory
Port 3 : Input/Output Port
P3.0 : RxD
P3.1 : TxD
P3.2 : INTO’
P3.3 : INT1’
P3.4 : T0
P3.5 : T1
P3.6 : WR’
P3.7 : RD’
56. + 5 volts
10 kOhms
b
f
e
d
c
a
g
a
b
f
e
d
c g
+ volts
I-RAM
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
SFRs
Internal Memory
B0h
90h
PORT
3
(P3)
PORT
1
(P1)
P3.0
P3.1
P3.2
P3.3
P3.4
.5
.6
.7
P1.0
P1.1
P1.2
P1.3
P1.4
P1.5
P1.6
P1.7
Zone
4
Zone
3
Zone
2
Zone
1
8051 Chip
Burglar alarm system hardware
57. Switches
are
normally
closed
If any switch is opened
Input x goes high to indicate an
alarm condition
+ 5 volts
input x
b
e
d
c
a
f
g
a
e.g. 200 Ohm
Internal circuit within 7-segment
display device. (Common cathode
i.e. +5v input causes LED to light)
Input circuit
Output circuit
58. Initialise I/O
ports P1 and P3
Read port P3
Are all
P3 inputs at 0
YES
NO
Sound alarm
Bell
ALARM_1 Program flow chart
59. ORG 0000h ; define memory start address 000
; Initialise the I/O ports
MOV P3, #0ffh ; write all ones to P3 to use as an input port
MOV P1, #00 ; all zeros to put P1 in a known output state
POLL:
MOV A, P3 ; read P3 to accumulator
CJNE A, #00h, ALARM ; if not all zeros then jump to ALARM
LJMP POLL ; else loop back to POLL
ALARM:
SETB P1.7 ; enable the BELL by setting P1.7 high
END_LOOP:
LJMP END_LOOP ; program just loops around here
END ; end of program
ALARM_1 Program source code
61. Source code for example program to sound 500Hz
ORG 0000h ; start address is 0000h
MOV P1, #00 ; clear all bits on P1
LOOP:
SETB P1.0 ; set P1.0 high
LCALL ONE_MILLI_SUB ; delay one millisecond
CLR P1.0 ; set P1.0 low
LCALL ONE_MILLI_SUB ; delay one millisecond
LJMP LOOP ; loop around!
ONE_MILLI_SUB
PUSH 07h ; save R7 to stack
MOV R7, #250d ; 250 decimal to R7 to count 250 loops
LOOP_1_MILLI: ; loops 250 times
NOP ; inserted NOPs to cause delay
NOP
DJNZ R7, LOOP_1_MILLI ; decrement R7, if not zero loop back
POP 07h ; restore R7 to original value
RET ; return from subroutine
END ; end of program
63. 8 data
SBUF
8
TI
Stop bit
Start bit
Send
8-bit
data
Transmitter
Buffer is
empty
11 bit
parallel
to serial
conversion
Serial data transmit
8 data bits
star
bit
stop
bit
9th. bit
TB8
Put parity bit here
(ninth bit!)
p
parity bit
Block diagram of UART transmitter
64. Block diagram of UART receiver
8 data
SBUF
8
RI
Start bit
Stop bit
Receive
8-bit
data
Receive
data is
available
11 bit
serial to
parallel
conversion
Serial data receive
8 data bits
stop
bit
start
bit
Rx
9th. bit
p
parity bit
RB8
Read parity bit here
(ninth bit!)
76. Trouble Shooting a System
Troubles in the system can be put in two main Categories
Before Boot Problem After Boot Problem
Before Display
After display
Software & OS Based
Virus
Hardware Problems
77. Trouble Shooting a System Before boot and Display
1.A System Reports Nothing on the screen
Check the power cable and switch On
No response
Check monitor Power LED
OFF Check the Power cable the monitor
ON Check the Panel controls
Blinking Check the Data Cable the monitor
Data cable OK
Problem in the system
May be the SMPS or the motherboard side
To check SMPS – Watch your keyboard LEDS during Switch ON
If Flashing once or twice on problem in SMPS
other conformation is SMPS FAN
78. Trouble Shooting a System Before boot and Display Contd
The problem may in the motherboard, CPU, Reset Switch
Check the Reset Switch
Check Hard Disk Data Cable
2.A System Reports Nothing on the screen But Long Beep
RAM Or RAM Slot Problem.
79. After Display Problems
The BIOS give proper information by its POST
After Boot Problems
The BIOS and OS give the information
80. Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL)
Definition
Asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) is a new modem
technology that converts existing twisted-pair telephone lines into
access paths for high-speed communications of various sorts.
Overview
ADSL can transmit more than 6 Mbps to a subscriber—enough to
provide Internet access, video-on-demand, and LAN access. In
interactive mode it can transmit more than 640 kbps in both
directions. This increases the existing access capacity by more than
fifty-fold enabling the transformation of the existing public
network. No longer is it limited to voice, text, and low-resolution
graphics. It promises to be nothing less than an ubiquitous system
that can provide multimedia (including full-motion video) to the
entire country.