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RESTARTING A COMPUTER
The steps to restart a computer are:
Step 1: Click on the Start button.
Step 2: Click on the Power button.
Step 3: Select the Restart option.
Your computer will restart.
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A computer is a device that processes information using two main parts: hardware
(physical parts) and software (programs).
Computers do four main things: take in information (input), process it, show results
(output), and store data.
IPO stands for Input-Process-Output, where input is given, processed by the CPU, and
shown as output.
Hardware includes input devices (keyboard, mouse), output devices (monitor, printer),
and storage devices (hard drives, SSDs).
Data storage is measured in units like bytes, kilobytes (KB), megabytes (MB), gigabytes
(GB), and terabytes (TB).
Software is a set of instructions that enables a computer to perform tasks, with apps on
mobile devices being examples.
Application software are designed for user-specific tasks, such as word processors,
spreadsheets, and web browsers.
Disk Management is a Windows tool for managing storage devices, including partitioning
drives.
Disk Cleanup frees up space by removing unnecessary files, improving system
performance.
Disk Defragmentation reorganises fragmented data on the hard drive to enhance
efficiency.
File Explorer is a tool to access and manage files and folders on Windows, enabling
actions like moving and renaming files.
Recycle Bin temporarily stores deleted files, allowing for restoration or permanent
deletion.
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