Introducing Technology to Elementary Students

Abstract

A computer is a calculating tool like the abacus. However, in its development, the word computer experienced a shift in meaning, from just a simple calculating machine to an object that has enormous benefits in modern human life.
The development of computers cannot be separated from the development of electronic components. Along with the development of progress in transistors, Babbage's calculating machines were more electronic. Advances in the field of electronics regarding the transistor are what make the physical computer that Babbage made smaller and more compact. The functions of computers include facilitating our work in everyday life such as educational tools, entertainment tools, communication and information tools, business facilities and others. A computer system is a related element to carrying out an activity using a computer. Components of a computer system consist of humans (brainware), software, instruction set, and hardware (hardware).