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We will first be analyzing a lab report by P. R. Kennedy, R. A. E. Bakay, etc.  One of the first elements mentioned in the “Technical Communications” textbook was the Title.  Some of the key takeaways from the textbook of what makes a title effective is if it clearly and accurately reflects the document’s purpose and subject.  The title of this first lab report is “Direct Control of a Computer from the Human Central Nervous System” . One more thing that makes for an effective title is if it’s able to inform readers what the document covers without being overly long.  This first title successfully completes both of these requirements making it a very effective title by clearly explaining what the lab report was about, making sure that the audience knows what they should expect from this document.  The second element that was mentioned was the abstract, an effective abstract provides a brief summary of the entire document.  This allows readers to quickly understand the main purpose, methods, results, and conclusion of the lab report.  An abstract must be concise and should not be an in depth description of the document.  The abstract provided in this lab report also fits these requirements, it is short and detailed providing information on the main purpose of the document.  Although the description is a little complex due to there being words that many readers may not understand.  This is the case because the intended audience is supposed to be people who are actively searching for this specific information.  Meaning that most readers will already know and are familiar with this terminology.  The third element described is the Introduction.  In an introduction it must explain why the document was written and the background information that is needed to understand it.  For an introduction to be considered effective it must also define the problem, purpose, and scope of the report.  Allowing the reader to know what to expect from the rest of the document.  From the first sentence of this lab report it follows this outline but describing what is locked-in syndrome and how these patients go through life.  Then the author explains the devices that have been created in order to help patients with this syndrome.  Towards the end of this introduction the problem and purpose of this document was explained, telling us that these devices are slow and aren’t as precise as “directly recording neural activity from the human cortex.” meaning that it would be much faster to take the information from the human brain in order for patients with locked-in syndrome to communicate.  The rest of the introduction explains how they will be able to use a device in order for the patients to share their desired thoughts with others in order to make it easier for them to communicate.  Also giving an in depth description on how the device functions and giving lab results through testing with rats and monkeys.  The fourth element is Means and Methods, meant to explain how the research was carried out, providing the procedures, materials, tools, and processes used.  When writing the means and methods the information should be detailed enough for others to understand or replicate the work.  Within the lab report we are analyzing the methods are organized and clear.  Providing us with a sub title that tells the reader what step is being described.  We are provided with a description of how they implemented the device and the way they were able to allow the patient to receive information.  Then showing how the device allows the patient to communicate with others. 

 Then moving on to the next section according to Markel and Selber, the results section of a lab report should present the data collected from the experiment clearly and objectively without interpreting the results. The section should focus on what happened during the experiment and include observations, data measurements, or experimental outcomes.  In Kennedy’s report, the results section presents the outcome of experiments in which neural signals from implanted electrodes were used to control a computer cursor. The study demonstrated that a paralyzed patient could learn to generate neural signals from the motor cortex that could be interpreted by a computer to move a cursor and eventually type words using a keyboard interface.  The results are reported primarily through descriptions of the patient’s ability to control cursor movement and perform tasks using the brain-computer interface. The report explains how the implanted neurotrophic electrode recorded neural activity, which was transmitted and processed to control computer functions.  

When creating your discussion Markel and Selber suggest that you should interpret the results and explain their significance.  The discussion should analyze whether the results support the hypothesis, discuss their importance, and address possible limitations or sources of error.  For example, within Kennedy’s report, the text discusses the ways in which the intracortical electrodes are capable of receiving detailed neural signals, which can be used for more precise control of the computers. Additionally, the author discusses the medical impact that this technology may have, such as for those who are severely paralyzed and are unable to communicate. All of this demonstrates the manner in which the results are presented and how they are connected to the overall purpose for developing such interfaces. Although the text does not delve deeply into the manner in which the experiment may be limited and the types of errors that may be present, it does fulfill the purpose that was explained within the text.

In a lab report, the conclusion summarizes the main findings of the research while also stressing the importance of the findings without introducing any new information. Chapter 19 suggests that the conclusion of a lab report should include a repetition of the main findings of the research while also stressing the importance of the findings. Kennedy’s conclusion repeats the main findings of the research while also stressing the importance of the findings. Specifically, the conclusion repeats the idea that the neural signals from the human brain can be used to control a computer system directly. Additionally, the conclusion stresses the importance of the findings by noting the ability of the technology to help those with severe neurological disabilities to communicate effectively. While the conclusion of the lab report is not long, it meets the guidelines set by Technical Communication by stressing the importance of the findings of the experiment.

Markel and Selber discuss the section that involves acknowledging the support that was obtained from individuals or institutions that did not qualify to be authors of the research report. Kennedy’s research report has an acknowledgement section that acknowledges the research support obtained from various institutions. The research report obtained support from various institutions, including the National Institutes of Health. The inclusion of the acknowledgement section follows the guidelines of technical writing as it acknowledges the institutions that helped with the research.  

According to Markel and Selber, the references section should include all the literature cited by the author in the report with a consistent citation style to help the reader locate the literature used for the research. Kennedy’s lab report includes a section on the references that cite literature on the research done on neural recording, neuroprosthetics, and brain-computer interface research. These references give background information on the research done for the experiment and how the research builds on the background research done in neuroscience and biomedical engineering. This section follows the guidelines set in Chapter 19.  This first lab report followed and fulfilled the requirements for each element that was described in “Technical Communication”.  With each element, title, abstract, introduction, means and methods, results, discussion, conclusion, acknowledgements, references containing and following what is said in the textbook chapter 19.  One minor difference from the textbook guidelines is that the results rely more on descriptive explanation than on extensive quantitative data or visual figures. Despite this, the report still effectively communicates the findings and their importance in the development of brain-computer interface technology.

The second lab report I will be analyzing is one that is created by real students, although not as interesting or professional as the first it provides a different view on what else these elements can contain.  The title of this second lab report was “Perception of Different Sugars by Blowflies”.  Just like the first lab report this title was also simple and provided the reader with what the purpose of this lab report was.  If you were searching for a lab report that contained this main idea you wouldn’t need to read anything else but the description to know that you were at the right place.  The title meets the essential requirement of accurately representing the content of the report.  The abstract provides a concise summary of the experiment, including its purpose, methodology, results, and general conclusion. According to Technical Communication, a good abstract enables readers to make a quick evaluation of whether the text is pertinent to their interests. The student’s abstract does this by briefly describing the purpose of examining the taste responses of blowflies and the results obtained.  One of the positive aspects of this abstract is that it is objective and does not include any unnecessary detail. It is written based on what was done and what was discovered, rather than discussing any theory. This is because it is recommended that abstracts should be factual and a condensed version of the entire report.  The positive feature of this abstract is that it is objective and does not contain any extra information. It has been written according to what has been done and what has been found, without discussing any theory. This is because it is suggested that the abstract should be factual and a condensed version of the entire report.  However, the abstract can be improved by adding more numerical data. Although the abstract is a summary of the results, the addition of numerical data will make it more precise and clear. Numerical data is a requirement for any technical writing, and although statistics are limited, it will improve the abstract.  The introduction establishes background information about taste receptors in blowflies and explains why studying their feeding behavior is scientifically relevant.  The students introduction fulfills most of the requirements that were provided by Markel and Selber.  Firstly, it gives a scientific context by describing how insect taste receptors work. This is to help readers who are not familiar with the field of entomology to understand the purpose of the experiment. Secondly, it clearly describes the research question or hypothesis being tested by the experiment. This is to meet the requirement of a good introduction by describing the purpose of the report.  One area of improvement is the structural preview. Although the introduction clearly states the purpose and hypothesis of the report, it does not clearly indicate how the report is organized. It is suggested that a sentence such as “This report describes the procedures used, presents the results, and discusses their implications” be included.  The student’s mean and method provides a clear list of materials and outlines step-by-step procedures in chronological order.  One of the strong points of this section is the logical explanation of the processes. The explanation of the processes is done in a way that the reader can follow the experiment from the beginning to the end. This is good for transparency. The language used is simple and neutral without any comments or opinions.  However, some details could be further clarified. For example, though the steps have been given, further details could be provided with respect to the timing, measurement, and environmental controls. While presenting technical documents, it is always advisable to include specific details with respect to measurement and controls. Some lack of precision could limit the replication of the experiment by another researcher.  Despite this, the Methods section largely meets the criteria set out in Chapter 5 for clarity, completeness, and organization. It gives sufficient information for general understanding and reflects an awareness of the conventions of scientific reporting. 

In this report, the results section clearly explains how blowflies responded to different sugars and saccharin. The author reports that flies responded strongly to high concentrations of sugar and that sucrose required the lowest concentration to trigger feeding behavior, while glucose required the highest concentration. The section also notes that almost no flies responded to saccharin, indicating that it did not stimulate feeding behavior. The report also includes statistical results such as a t-test showing significant differences between sugar responses and saccharin responses.  In addition to written explanations, the results are supported by Table 1 and graphical figures, which summarize the number of flies that responded to each chemical tested.  Overall, the results section meets the requirements of Markel and Selber because it presents experimental outcomes clearly, includes quantitative data, and uses figures and tables to organize the results.

In the discussion part of the lab report presented above, the reasons for the different reactions of the flies to the sugars are given. The author interprets the results by explaining that the flies react to sucrose easier than to glucose due to the difference in the size of the molecules. Moreover, the author also refers to scientific research to explain the mechanisms of the functioning of the sugar receptors in the flies. Therefore, the discussion part of the lab report meets the requirements given by Markel and Selber.  Although the report does not have a separate section that is defined as the “Conclusion,” the last paragraphs of the discussion can be defined as the conclusion. The author is summarizing the following: “flies have specialized taste receptors that allow them to distinguish between nutritious sugars and potentially harmful substances such as salts or toxins. This selectivity enables the fly to find appropriate food sources to ensure their survival.” Even though the conclusion is not a separate part of the discussion, it can be defined as being used for the conclusion. This report can be defined as partially following the guidelines that were set forth in the textbook.

This report includes a short acknowledgments section in which the author thanks a professor for assistance with statistical analysis and acknowledges the lab partners who helped conduct the experiment.  This section clearly fulfills the purpose described in Chapter 19 because it gives credit to individuals who contributed to the project. This lab report has a section called “Literature Cited” that contains several scientific studies on insect physiology, biology textbooks, and previous studies on the insect sense organs. These references are used to validate the explanations given in the discussion section of the report. The references used are properly formatted and clearly show the authors’ names, titles of the publications, publishers, and dates of publication. This is as expected according to the textbook on how to properly cite references used in the report.

The student lab report demonstrates an incorporation of the fundamental structural components discussed and emphasized in the book “Technical Communication.” The title is unique and related to the content of the report, the abstract briefly describes the experiment performed, the introduction provides sufficient context and purpose for the report, and the Means/Methods section provides an adequate explanation of the process followed.  The results section is clear as the results of the experiment are presented, as well as the tables and figures. The discussion section is where the results are discussed as well as the biological principles. The acknowledgments section is where the contributors are acknowledged. The literature cited is where the complete reference to the sources is given. One difference from the text is that there is no conclusion. However, the ideas are still being communicated. The format is appropriate for a scientific lab report.  The student has demonstrated an excellent grasp of the technical structure of a report. From a technical communication point of view, the student has satisfied the fundamental criteria of technical communication, which include the need for the report to be clear, organized, and considerate of the audience. The report follows the traditional format of a lab report and adheres to the principles discussed in Chapter 5.

Reference:

https://www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~anandk/neuro/neurotrophic%20electrode.pdf

https://www.aasalabs.org/storage/app/public/sample_report/7962173471635846295.pdf

This assignment required that I create a letter of introduction to a business organization, and I must say that it proved to be far more useful than I had originally expected. I am a person who is not comfortable speaking before other people, and I had to get out of my shell to get this assignment completed. I found that creating the letter and speaking before the class on the chosen subject helped me feel far more comfortable speaking on who I am and what I am able to bring to the table. I found this to be an interesting assignment that helps one understand the importance of being able to express who you are and what you are able to bring to the table in a professional and academic role.

It is extremely helpful to have experience with writing a cover letter when seeking employment, and an engineering position is especially important due to the amount of competition and the fact that the employer will want someone with good communications skills as well as expertise in the field. This particular assignment has aided the reader in understanding what information the cover letter will contain, as well as the structure of the cover letter. In relation to the subject matter, it has also aided the reader in understanding the fact that the introduction letter is not merely the repetition of what is on the resume, as might be assumed, but is, in fact, the ability to highlight specific talents and experiences.

In terms of the requirements for the assignment, the first step I took after the initial requirements was to determine that I would write a letter of introduction to Lockheed Martin, applying for theposition of a systems engineer. Before writing the actual letter, the first thing I did was to research the company by going to their site and reviewing what their mission and goals are, what they value most about their own employees, in addition to reviewing their requirements for workers. By doing this, I also learned the importance of having your own values match those of the company to which you are applying. By researching the company in this manner, I could present myself better as a future employee.

Throughout the letter writing stage, I was able to concentrate on clarity, conciseness, and appropriateness of only the most pertinent skills and experiences directly related to the Systems Engineer position. In addition, tone, organization, and professionalism were all taken into account to ensure the writing was consistent with an organization like Lockheed Martin as an engineering firm. Lastly, with regards to the presentation component of the assignment, I aimed to concentrate on my experiences and journey by way of honestly working on how I was to present on how I came to be the person I am today. In many ways, this assignment has been advantageous as far as level of confidence goes with both writing and presentation skills.

Title:

Natasha effectively showed how each lab report demonstrated a title that fulfilled the requirements that were described by Markel and Serbel in the textbook.  First describing the requirements needed in order to create a title that follows the way mentioned in chapter 19 of “Technical Communications” then she stated what would have made the title more effective.  This was a perfect analysis of each of the two lab reports titles.

Abstract:

Similarly to the title Natasha thoroughly addressed what was needed to fulfill the requirements for an effective abstract.  Connecting each lab report to Markel’s strategies and demonstrating how they followed the same format.  Clearly showing how the first lab report followed the traditional route described in the textbook while the second decided to do something a little different.

Introduction:

The analysis of the introduction was clear and understandable, providing us with again what is needed from a lab report in order to follow Markel’s format.  Then proceeds to show how the first lab report used a different method.  I think you could have added a little more description as to why Almatar decided to deviate from the textbook but it still effectively captured the thought process behind the writer.  I believe when analysing the second lab report you detailed more of why the writer deviated from the traditional method.

Means and Materials:

I think that adding specifics into your analysis was perfect.  Allowing us to know where this lab report correctly demonstrated the requirements and where it falters.  The conclusion to this analysis was very good as well, showing an overview as to how these lab reports, although sometimes deviated, still made for an effective title, abstract, introduction, means and methods.

In ten years I hope to be working on a project that involves the brain’s connection to technology.  Endless possibilities can open up if we can find a way to effectively use our brain to communicate and use technology.  This would help save lives and would be extremely beneficial to people born with disabilities that can hinder them from communicating with others.  This technology, although not as important, would also revolutionize entertainment systems.  A company that works on Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is Neurolink.  I can see myself working with them doing group projects sharing data and information.  I like to gear more towards a public sector as it helps bring separate smart minds together to accomplish revolutionary things.  BCI is geared towards helping the disabled it can provide a sense of hope, something that seemed impossible like creating a fully artificial arm that can be controlled like its a normal limb.  Also allowing people who can’t speak to others communicate effectively through their thoughts.  However it can be a large breach in privacy due to the fact of reading one’s mind, of course an easy fix would be for the individual to be able to pick what he or she wants to be said and what they want filtered.  In Engineering however nothing is as easy as that, many errors and problems arise in electrical systems.  It would most definitely be a concern of privacy, without the person knowing their thoughts would be shared.  Working for Neurolink I can learn the specific details on what allows technology to read brain signals, converting them to text or even controlling the technological system.  In ten years this technology may be close to perfected but I hope to revolutionize it. What if we are able to activate the senses in the brain, helping people who are blind to gain the ability to see.  We can create a way for these senses to be activated taking people to places they have never been.

Improved bullet trains for Amtrak intercity rail and travel, with adjusted car seating 

Amtrak travel is inefficient, and cross-country trips take days. Users tend to be unhappy with the quality of the travel, given the time and cost involved. Improved bullet trains with each train car having its own motor (for higher speeds), longer trains for more space to maintain aerodynamics, and more cars for breaking up between passengers to keep quality of life are just starters to innovating the current “high-speed” (Amtrak is high-speed in name) trains on the Amtrak. The maintenance of these bullet trains on the tracks and inside the cars for passengers would create new jobs and introduce better infrastructure in America for travel. For travelers with fears of flying, the bullet train options cut down travel time and are safer overall when staying on ground.

Pros:

• Faster transportation between two points
• Would introduce new infrastructure/technology
• Create job opportunities
• Safer alternative to air travel 
• Modernized national rail infrastructure put the United States directly on par with its competitors in other nations.

Cons:

• Replacing existing infrastructure
• Extremely expensive to finance (in the trillions)
• American tracks are curvy, bumpy, and difficult to speed on. The United States has diverse terrain and weather, maintenance can also reach high prices. 
• Stopping at a city station must be supplemented with another form of travel to get to a specific destination 

Justify:

The cost of the Amtrak from LA to Las Vegas is around $118 taking up to 12 hours.  Due to the high cost and speed of the Amtrak it is more likely for someone to pick other alternatives like flying or driving which cut the cost and can cut the time of the trip.  If we were able to substitute the Amtrak with bullet trains then it would cut the time dramatically making traveling through train considerable.  The price wouldn’t change dramatically either, predicted to be $119 – $130 people will begin to consider using the bullet trains instead of cars or flying.  
Possible Sources:
Amtrak.  Service & Asset Line Plans FY22-27

During the beginning of this project the main skill I had to utilize was creative thinking and brainstorming.  Coming up with ideas on what our project should do didn’t prove to be much trouble since we used one of the ideas we previously came up with for the earlier assignment.  So with the remaining time we had we were finding ways to modify our bullet train project so that it seemed more realistic and wasn’t just a copy off someone else’s idea.  Our bullet train would run from NYC to Buffalo, the reason being that the Amtrak is the least attractive mode of transportation to get to Buffalo.  It is slow and very expensive, meaning it is just a better option to avoid it by taking a car.  But the bullet train would provide a faster route with people paying the same price as the Amtrak.  The modifications we made to our bullet train was adding solar panels that would provide more power to the bullet train also making the project more cost effective.  The solar panel became a smart addition to our project because one of the biggest hurdles we had to face was the cost of the project.  When doing our research we noticed that there have actually been a few attempts to make a bullet train in NYC but they all got shut down.  A few main reasons for this was because it would be hard to make a bullet train to replace the mta trains because of all the turns they make consistently, due to the high speeds it would be hard for it.  This is the main reason we picked NYC to Buffalo, the other reason was the cost.  The cost to have a bullet train and the tracks for it built would be very expensive so they decided to abolish the idea.  This project helped use our creative thinking in order to find ways we can really implement it in the real world.  Working together with my peers I learned the importance of communication and responsibility.  In order to find ways to make our project become an effective proposal we came up with ideas together and we decided that it would also be cost effective if we replaced the tracks of the Amtrak with tracks required for the bullet train.

I decided to make my Technical Description assignment about a computer/PC, the reason I decided to focus my Technical Description on this specifically was because of my passion and knowledge for technology.  This assignment helped focus more on my ability to communicate my knowledge to others.  Even if I know how a computer works and how to make one, trying to explain everything I know to others becomes much harder.  This assignment helped me organize my thoughts better and think about how I can explain things more simply to someone who knows nothing about technology.  This assignment also allowed me to effectively implement pictures into my descriptions and explanations allowing for a more visual representation.  What made this assignment the most difficult was finding ways for the reader to understand what each component of the computer did without getting them confused or bored.  It required a lot of critical thinking and research to find ways for my audience to stay infested.  Another aspect that I also learned from this assignment is the need to achieve a balance between being technically right and understanding the audience. For example, when discussing computers, there has always been the need to use technical terms or to assume that the reader has already understood or is aware of the term or concept being discussed. However, from this assignment, I was able to learn the importance of taking into consideration all these aspects in my work. I had to think about how each part of my essay was connected or how I would be able to transition from one part of the computer to another, such as the CPU, RAM, storage unit, among many others. In this respect, I was able to become not only a good technical writer but also one who would be able to communicate effectively and in an interesting way about any idea or topic to almost anyone.

 

Jonathan Polanco

2/16/26

ENGL 21007

 

Technical Description of a Computer/PC

Table of Contents 

Introduction……………………………………………………………3

Components……………………………………………………………4

How does it work/Advantages………………………………………………………6

Conclusion……………………………………………………………8

References……………………………………………………………9

 

Introduction

Computers are used by millions around the world for different tasks, mostly used at work, home or school.  Although it may look complicated it is not very hard to build your own computer or learn how they are made.  There are many components needed to build a computer, making sure each component is compatible with one another.  The most popular companies that produce well designed computer parts are ASUS, Intel, AMD, etc.

It is important to learn how to build a computer as it could help you understand how you can fix one if you ever needed to.  This can save a lot of money but also computers are needed daily in life so it’s always more convenient to learn what you are using and the way it works.  New parts are always being invented that are better than the last, many tiny circuits and processes are used to create these parts.  The most prime example of a process needed to create these parts would be soldering.  The first electronic computers were built in the 1940s and since then we have innovated and upgraded them to the computers we know currently.  One of the hardest hurdles mankind had to go through in order to make the modern computer was gaining the ability to create smaller components and combine all transistors into a single integrated circuit.  Another hurdle that was difficult to get passed was providing enough power needed into the system that could support all the new components that are faster and denser.  

Components

There are about 6 main parts required in order to build your own personal computer (PC).  A PC works by processing data through a cycle of input, storage, processing, and output.  The parts I will be describing are the Central Processing Unit (CPU), Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Motherboard, Random Access Memory (RAM), Storage, Power Supply.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The CPU is like the brain of your PC, it will be the part that runs everything you will be doing on your computer.  It is responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.  It consists of two main components: the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) and the Control Unit (CU). The ALU handles mathematical and logical operations, while the CU manages the flow of data and instructions within the CPU.  

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

The GPU, also called Graphics card, is the part that is responsible for rendering game frames and accelerating creative apps such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.  The better your Graphics card, the better the images you will see on your screen.  The CPU works with the GPU by handing off graphically intensive work such as the maths involved in rotating 3D shapes or rendering moving images quickly.

Motherboard

The Motherboard is the piece that connects all other parts together, it is like the nervous system of your whole computer.  Parts like the CPU and GPU connect to the motherboard or can also be built into them.  Allowing all other parts to communicate with each other the motherboard is another very important part in any computer.

Random Access Memory (RAM)

As the name suggests this component is the computer’s short-term memory.  Temporary data is stored in the RAM, allowing the CPU to have quick access to this data.  RAM only stores data that you won’t be needing for a long time, if you needed your CPU  to do a calculation, the numbers would be stored in the RAM while the calculation takes place.  This is also where the result of the calculation would be stored.

Storage (HDD/SSD)

Unlike the RAM the storage is used as a long term memory for the computer.  There are two types of storage you can get, the first being a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) which is a traditional storage device offering large capacity at lower costs.  The second is SATA Solid State Drives (SSD), these are faster and more reliable than HDDs.  These drivers store anything that is meant to be stored long term, such as your photos and documents.

Power Supply (PSU)

The Power Supply Unit (PSU) is what will give your computer power.  Using AC power from the wall it is able to convert it into DC power that is used to power computer components.  During this conversion process, some energy is lost as heat, meaning the computer will get hotter if more power is needed.  This leads me to another important component for a computer, which is the cooling system that helps cool down your PC and won’t let it heat up as much.

How does it work/Advantages

A computer system has an input process, processing, storage, and an output process. When a human presses the keyboard keys, the mouse button, or opens an application, it is converted to input data, which is sent to the CPU. The CPU gets instructions from the memory (RAM), decodes them, and executes them by switching on and off billions of microscopic transistors to decode the binary code, which is a mix of 1s and 0s. As quoted in Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software by Charles Petzold, “computers are built from simple on-off switches,” which switch on and off together to execute complex tasks. This implies that even the most complex software is made up of extremely fast electrical impulses switching through circuits.  Likewise, The Pattern on the Stone highlights that the “power of the computer resides in a small number of simple ideas,” such as logic, algorithms, and abstraction. Once processed, the computer either stores the processed information in theRAM for easy access or in storage devices such as SSDs or hard drives. Finally, the processed information is output in the form of text, images, sound, or video on other devices.

The advantages of using computers include their speed, calculation accuracy, automation, and data storage capabilities. Computers can perform an astonishingly high number of mathematical operations every second which allows them to be utilized for many different functions including simple tasks like entering text in a document all the way to performing very complex calculations. Using computers to do calculations greatly decreases the number of errors that find their way into the overall operation of any system. Additionally, computers can assist you to do several things at one time by providing you with a means of storing a considerable amount of data.  In addition to productivity benefits, computers provide a means for people all over the world to communicate through the internet, allow scientists to conduct research in their areas of expertise with advanced modeling and analysis capabilities, provide artists with tools and resources to create new and innovative works such as graphic design and music composition, and help business operations by automating many tasks and assisting with data management.  As a result of their ability to combine logical processing capabilities, programmability, and rapid execution, computers have become a true necessity for individuals as well as businesses and are critical to fields such as education, engineering, medicine, and finance.

Conclusion

In conclusion, while the primary function of computers/PCs is what makes them important, their ability to facilitate innovation/change in society is what makes computers most significant in society today. Computers have also transformed virtually every industry/field by providing the means to instantly connect with one another globally; facilitating engineering innovation, medical research, artificial intelligence, and scientific exploration; their ability to process large amounts of data at very high speeds, has accelerated innovation and increased productivity while creating new professions/studying opportunities. As computer technology continues to evolve and continue facilitating new ways for us to create, evaluate and achieve as a species. In the end, the computer serves as an enabling technology that drives development/progress/creation of tomorrow through its many capabilities beyond just a nail, screw, etc.

References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pattern_on_the_Stone

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Code%3A_The_Hidden_Language_of_Computer_Ha

https://hardwaredecoded.com/blogs/beginners-guide-to-pc-parts.html

https://buildology.io/understanding-pc-components