Archive for the ‘Computer Architecture’ Category

Tracing the Evolution of the Home Computer

The home personal computer as we know it today can be traced back to the computing architecture designed by John von Neumann back in 1945.  It defined computers as a synergy of hardware and software where the latter provided an instruction set that tells the hardware just what and how to do what it was [...]

Computer Degree Programs for Rewarding IT Careers

Technology has invaded almost every aspect of our lives – from businesses which depends on it to run their processes to education which uses it generously for finding new ways of imparting knowledge as well as increasing its reach. Those who want to enter into the exciting, ever-changing world and work closely with technology should [...]

computer virus

brief intro on computer virus A computer virus is a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without the permission or knowledge of the owner. The term “virus” is also commonly but erroneously used to refer to other types of malware, adware, and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability. [...]