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Microprocessor Tutorial

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1st May 2004:
Site now mirrored at http://www.uea.ac.uk/~x0159794/
15th April 2004:

Microprocessor Tutorial now online - click here to browse

The many uses of the modern PC 

In the modern world, computer systems are playing a greater and greater part in everyday life. From office work, to entertainment, to providing information, the personal computer is quickly becoming a more integral part of the home. However, most PC users have no idea how most of the parts which make up their computer work internally.

This tutorial system is designed to teach users with a basic knowledge of computing about the workings of the many components which make up the modern day computer system. These components can be categorised broadly into four different categories, illustrated below. To learn more about any section, click on the corresponding image.

Input Devices
Output Devices
Data Storage
Other Components

If at any time during your passage through this tutorial you are unclear on how to proceed, or require assistance, please do not hesitate to click the help button that is located at the bottom of each page. This will take you to the help section, designed to answer any questions you may have about this tutorial system.

Click the right arrow button, marked 'Next' below, to proceed through the tutorial.

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