Computer

A __** computer **__ is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory unit, that can accept data (**input**), manipulate the data according to specified rules (**process**), produce information (**output**) from the processing, and **store** the results for future use.¹

Generally, all the peripherals connected to the computer (monitors, mouse, etc.) are considered as part of the computer. Some mobile computer s like the laptop or iPhone have input and output devices built into the computer already.



¹Definition of the word "Computer" from the book //Microsoft Office 2003 Premium Edition Introductory Concepts and Techniques © - Shelly Cashman Series// - Page COM 2 - Retrieved August 25th, 2009. ² "Image of a Personal computer system" - Encyclopedia Britannica Online - [] - Retrieved August 25th, 2009. 