plat form tech .2 Flashcards

1
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Refers to the
rapid societal and industrial changes due to
computers

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Dramatic Transformation:

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2
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Notable eras
include the 1960s proliferation of computers,
1980s personal computing, and the rise of
smartphones.

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Four Revolutionary Periods:

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types of platforms

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Application Platforms: Hardware, OS, and
programs that ensure successful execution.
Cross-Platform Software: Designed to run
on multiple platforms (e.g., Windows, Mac).
Platform-Agnostic Software: Runs on any
OS and architecture.

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Hardware, OS, and
programs that ensure successful execution.

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Application Platforms:

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Designed to run
on multiple platforms (e.g., Windows, Mac).

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Cross-Platform Software:

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Runs on any
OS and architecture.

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Platform-Agnostic Software:

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7
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Types of Technology Platforms

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Operating Systems: Manage software
applications; examples include Windows and
iOS.
Database Management Systems (DBMS):
Essential for organizing and managing data;
examples include MySQL.
Engagement Platforms: Facilitate
interaction with customers; examples include
LiveChat and Intercom.
Digital Marketplaces and On-Demand
Services: Platforms for e-commerce and
specific service offerings (e.g., ride-sharing).
Web Platforms: Offer free information;
examples include Britannica.
Video Game Software: Tailored for specific
gaming platforms.
Data Harvesting Platforms: Extract data
from various online sources; examples
include Python.
Content Distribution Platforms: Connect
content creators to touchpoint owners;
examples include Taboola.
Endpoint Security Platforms: Enhance
device security; examples include
Bitdefender.
Robotics Software Platforms: Simplify
programming for robotics devices; examples
include Microsoft Robotics Studio.

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Manage software
applications; examples include Windows and
iOS.

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0perating Systems:

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Essential for organizing and managing data;
examples include MySQL.

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Database Management Systems (DBMS):

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10
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Platforms for e-commerce and
specific service offerings (e.g., ride-sharing).

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Digital Marketplaces and On-Demand
Services:

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Offer free information;
examples include Britannica.

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Web Platforms:

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Tailored for specific
gaming platforms.

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Video Game Software:

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13
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Extract data
from various online sources; examples
include Python.

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Data Harvesting Platforms:

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Connect
content creators to touchpoint owners;
examples include Taboola.

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Content Distribution Platforms:

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Enhance
device security; examples include
Bitdefender.

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Endpoint Security Platforms:

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16
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Simplify
programming for robotics devices; examples
include Microsoft Robotics Studio.

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Robotics Software Platforms:

17
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Impact of Computers on Society

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Communication: Enables instant messaging
and information sharing globally.
Education: Enhancements in teaching and
learning via computer integration.
Healthcare: Increases efficiency in managing
patient data and hospital logistics.

18
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Enables instant messaging
and information sharing globally.

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Communication:

19
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Enhancements in teaching and
learning via computer integration.

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Education:

20
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Increases efficiency in managing
patient data and hospital logistics.

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Healthcare:

21
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Types of Platforms:

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 Operating System
 Database Management System
 Engagement Platforms
 Digital Marketplace
 On-Demand Service Platform
 Web Platform
 Video Game Software
 Data Harvesting Platforms
 Content Distribution Platform
 Endpoint Security Platform
 Robotics Software Platform

22
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� Impact of Computers on Society

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7 Key Impacts:
 Computers in Science and Fields
 Computers in Educational Fields
 Computers in Communication
 Computers in Engineering and
Manufacturing
 Computers in Banking
 Computers in Healthcare
 Computers in Business and Industries

23
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is a fast electronic
calculating machine that processes data
based on stored instructions.

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A computer

24
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General-purpose for individual use (e.g.,
laptops, desktops).

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Personal Computers (Microcomputers):

25
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Designed for technical applications, with
faster processors and more RAM.

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Workstation Computers:

26
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Fastest computers for processing trillions of
instructions per second, used in scientific
applications.

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Supercomputers:

27
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Responsible for data
processing, storing intermediate results, and
controlling operations.

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CPU as the Brain:

28
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Generates timing signals
for data transfer among CPU, memory, and
I/O devices

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Control Unit Role:

29
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is essential
system software that manages computer
hardware and software resources

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An operating system (OS)

30
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️ Computer System Structure
Four Components:

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Computer hardware: Physical components
like CPU, memory, and IO devices.
Operating system: Manages hardware and
software resource use.
Application programs: Tools for users to
accomplish tasks.
Users: Central to the system; can be people
or machines.

31
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Introduction of early operating
systems for managing computers.

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1950s:

32
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Development of batch processing
systems

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1960s:

33
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Emergence of time-sharing systems
for multiple users.

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1970s:

34
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Rise of personal computing (e.g., MS
DOS, Macintosh OS).

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1980s:

35
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Proliferation of Windows and
introduction of Linux.

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1990s:

36
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Growth of server operating systems
and mobile OS (e.g., iOS, Android).

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2000s:

37
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Integration of AI and machine learning
into OS.

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2020s:

38
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Functions of Operating Systems

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Process Management: Allocates CPU time
to various processes.
Memory Management: Manages
allocation/deallocation of memory to
processes.
File Management: Oversees creation,
deletion, and storage of files.
Security Management: Protects data
integrity and user privacy through various
techniques.
Error Detection: Monitors for threats and
hardware damage, alerting users.
Device Management: Controls input and
output devices, handling requests and
communications.
Job Scheduling: Manages the order and
allocation of CPU time for applications in
multitasking environments.