Week 5 – Jss 1 Third Term Computer Lesson Notes

 WEEK FIVE 
COMPUTER USES
The computer can be used in different fields such as
Internet
The computer helps people to connect with other computer users worldwide. One can browse through much more information over the internet than you could do in a library.

 MedicineWith the help of computers you can diagnose disease and learn about studies related to them. Computer is used for performing surgery too. They are also used to store patient records, and other information.

 BanksAll financial transactions such as deposit, payments funds transfer e.t.c are done by computer software. It provides security, speed, and convenience.
Travel
One can book air tickets or railway tickets using the Internet, and make hotel reservations online

 Telecommunications
Computer is widely used in telecommunication industries for overall connectivity, maintenance, engineering and monitoring of the networks. Also, all mobile phones have software in them, making it easier to handle certain tasks.

 DefenseComputers are used in the military with Software embedded in almost every weapon, such as in controlling flight and targeting, in ballistic missiles.

 School         E-Learning Instead of studying from textbooks, computers make it easier to learn from an e-learning software. These are available electronically online, and are accessible either freely or through a course that one pays for

 ExaminationsYou can take online exams and get instant results. You can also check your examination results online which saves one from a lot of hassles

 BusinessShops and supermarkets use Computer software that calculates a customer’s bills, as well as keeps track of how much is made monthly.

 ATMs The computer software authenticates the user through his/her credit/debit card, before it dispenses cash.
NewsThere are many websites through which you can read the latest news, as well as access old articles and videos related to a past event.

 
 AirplanesPilots train using software, which simulates a flight to help aircraft both big and small, to take off and land.
Weather AnalysisSupercomputers are used to predict weather conditions

 EXERCISE
State the uses of computer