Computer Science · 6th Year · Data and Systems · 4.º Período
How Computers Work
Pupils investigate the basic hardware and software components of a computer system and how they interact.
NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSESE Science Curriculum - Designing and MakingPrimary Curriculum Framework - Being a Digital Learner
About This Topic
Pupils investigate the basic hardware and software components of a computer system and how they interact.
Key Questions
- What is the difference between hardware and software?
- What does a CPU do?
- How do input and output devices work?
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