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1.2 Components of a computer system

This section covers the definitions of key terms such as hardware, software, peripheral, network, and human resources. It also describes the various roles a computer can play in a networked world, including acting as a client, server, email server, DNS server, router, and firewall. Furthermore, it discusses the social and ethical issues associated with a networked world, emphasizing the importance of understanding...

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