
Understand how components of a computer system interact with each other on this online course for teachers supported by Google.
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Learn what really happens when you turn a computer on
Understanding how a computer works after you press the power button is key to working with technology effectively. In this course, you will explore what happens inside the machine and learn how computers turn inputs into outputs.
You will learn what the computer operating system does and why you need it. You will also compare software and hardware, understand the importance of the central processing unit (CPU), and address factors that affect computer performance.
What topics will you cover?
This course explores what happens when your computer turns on. Learn about how the components of a computer work together from the moment you press the “on” button, to the software, hardware and CPU.
Who is the course for?
This course is for GCSE computing teachers as well as teachers from other countries at an equivalent level.
Originally posted 2021-11-03 05:46:58.