Using a block diagram, illustrate the categories of computer systems.

Input devices -> Processing unit -> Output devices -> Storage devices -> Communication devices

Block Diagram of Computer System Categories

Hardware

- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Memory (RAM and ROM)
- Input/Output Devices (Keyboard, mouse, display)
- Storage Devices (Hard disk, solid-state drive)
- Network Interfaces

Software

- Operating System (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Applications (e.g., Word processing, spreadsheets, games)
- Drivers (Software that allows hardware to communicate with the OS)
- Firmware (Pre-programmed software that controls specific hardware devices)

Categories of Computer Systems

- Personal Computers (PCs)
- Desktops
- Laptops
- Tablets
- Servers
- File servers
- Web servers
- Database servers
- Mainframes
- Large, powerful computers used by businesses and governments
- Supercomputers
- The most powerful computers in the world, used for scientific and engineering applications
- Embedded Systems
- Small computers found in everyday devices such as cars, phones, and appliances