•Computers have only
been with us for a few decades but their impact
(direct or indirect) on our lives is profound.
•Usually these are
supposed to be just data processors performing exhaustive numeric operations. But there presence is
unnoticed at most of the places; like
–At supermarkets in Cash
Registers, Weighing Scales, etc.
–At home in Ovens, Washing
Machines, Alarm Clocks, etc.
–At play in Toys, VCRs, Stereo
Equipment, etc.
–At office in Typewriters,
Photocopiers, Elevators, etc.
–In industry in Industrial
Automation, safety systems, etc.
–On roads in Cars, Traffic
Signals, etc.