plat form tech .2 Flashcards
Refers to the
rapid societal and industrial changes due to
computers
Dramatic Transformation:
Notable eras
include the 1960s proliferation of computers,
1980s personal computing, and the rise of
smartphones.
Four Revolutionary Periods:
types of platforms
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.
Hardware, OS, and
programs that ensure successful execution.
Application Platforms:
Designed to run
on multiple platforms (e.g., Windows, Mac).
Cross-Platform Software:
Runs on any
OS and architecture.
Platform-Agnostic Software:
Types of Technology Platforms
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.
Manage software
applications; examples include Windows and
iOS.
0perating Systems:
Essential for organizing and managing data;
examples include MySQL.
Database Management Systems (DBMS):
Platforms for e-commerce and
specific service offerings (e.g., ride-sharing).
Digital Marketplaces and On-Demand
Services:
Offer free information;
examples include Britannica.
Web Platforms:
Tailored for specific
gaming platforms.
Video Game Software:
Extract data
from various online sources; examples
include Python.
Data Harvesting Platforms:
Connect
content creators to touchpoint owners;
examples include Taboola.
Content Distribution Platforms:
Enhance
device security; examples include
Bitdefender.
Endpoint Security Platforms:
Simplify
programming for robotics devices; examples
include Microsoft Robotics Studio.
Robotics Software Platforms:
Impact of Computers on Society
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.
Enables instant messaging
and information sharing globally.
Communication:
Enhancements in teaching and
learning via computer integration.
Education:
Increases efficiency in managing
patient data and hospital logistics.
Healthcare:
Types of Platforms:
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
� Impact of Computers on Society
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
is a fast electronic
calculating machine that processes data
based on stored instructions.
A computer
General-purpose for individual use (e.g.,
laptops, desktops).
Personal Computers (Microcomputers):
Designed for technical applications, with
faster processors and more RAM.
Workstation Computers:
Fastest computers for processing trillions of
instructions per second, used in scientific
applications.
Supercomputers:
Responsible for data
processing, storing intermediate results, and
controlling operations.
CPU as the Brain:
Generates timing signals
for data transfer among CPU, memory, and
I/O devices
Control Unit Role:
is essential
system software that manages computer
hardware and software resources
An operating system (OS)
️ Computer System Structure
Four Components:
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.
Introduction of early operating
systems for managing computers.
1950s:
Development of batch processing
systems
1960s:
Emergence of time-sharing systems
for multiple users.
1970s:
Rise of personal computing (e.g., MS
DOS, Macintosh OS).
1980s:
Proliferation of Windows and
introduction of Linux.
1990s:
Growth of server operating systems
and mobile OS (e.g., iOS, Android).
2000s:
Integration of AI and machine learning
into OS.
2020s:
Functions of Operating Systems
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.
