Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Computer Science Strand 1 Notes. The MS Word version is also available upon your request.

  The document covers the following strands, sub-strands, and topics:

  • Strand 1.0: Foundation of Computer Science
    • 1.1 Evolution and Development of Computers
      • Introduction to the history of computers
      • Early Computing Devices (Abacus, Napier's Bones, Pascaline, Analytical Engine)
      • Generations of Computers (First to Fifth Generation technologies)
      • Student Activity: Timeline Creation
    • 1.2 Computer Organisation and Architecture
      • The Von Neumann Architecture (CPU, Memory Unit, I/O Interfaces, System Bus)
      • Functional Elements and Relationships (Input, Processing, Output, Storage)
      • RISC vs. CISC Architectures
      • Data Representation (Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal)
    • 1.3 Input/Output (I/O) Devices
      • Input Devices (Keying, Pointing, Scanning, Voice/Audio)
      • Output Devices (Soft Copy, Hard Copy)
      • Factors for Selecting I/O Devices (Speed, Cost, Quality, Compatibility, Ergonomics)
    • 1.4 Computer Storage
      • Overview of Primary and Secondary Storage
      • Primary Storage/Main Memory (RAM, ROM and their types)
      • Secondary Storage (Magnetic, Optical, Solid State, Remote/Cloud)
      • Storage Units (Bit, Byte, Kilobyte, Megabyte, Gigabyte, Terabyte)
    • 1.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
      • Structural Elements of the CPU (ALU, CU, Registers, Buses)
      • Factors Affecting CPU Performance (Clock Speed, Cores, Cache Memory, Word Length)
    • 1.6 Operating System (OS)
      • Definition and Key Functions of an OS
      • Types of Operating Systems (Single-User, Multi-Tasking, Multi-User, RTOS)
      • User Interfaces (GUI, CLI)
      • Activity: Installing an OS (Simulation)
    • 1.7 Computer Setup
      • Ports and Cables (USB, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, Audio, Power)
      • Setting Up a Computer Workstation (Ergonomics, Safety Precautions, Cable Management)
      • Assembly Procedure
      • Summary of Strand 1.0 Tips
• File Size:

  1.91 MB
• Length:

  29 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  COMPUTER SCIENCE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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