The computers and the modern age

Modern age is the age of computers Outline (Only main points) 1.      Introduction 2.      What is a computer? 3.      Applications of computer 4.      Use in Pakistan Computers are rapidly becoming essential elements of our lives. There are computers and computers all around – from a single digital watch to the most powerful machines. This technological explosion of the 20 th century has altered our lives for the better. Computers have extended and expanded man’s capabilities. It is becoming so popular that after a few years, a person not knowing how to operate a computer, will be considered illiterate. The name “Computer” is derived from the Latin word “Computare” which means to reckon intensely. The computer has been defined as an electronic device or machine that is capable of receiving data, processing it and then producing information. The computer industry got started around the middle of the 20 th century. Many scientists took part in the invention and development o