Importance of Computer, Advantages and Disadvantages of Computer

i.                   Computer can be used as a medium communication

ii.                 It can analyze numeric functions

iii.               Can be used for electronic mail

iv.              Computers are also used for research purposes

v.                Used for planning

vi.              Computer are used for designing document such as memo

vii.            Computer are used for entertainment

viii.          Computer are also used for calculation purposes

Advantages of Computer

a.    Network  is obtainable i.e. linking of two or more computers.

b.    It has the ability of storing many data.

c.     There is a lot of ease while using computer to machine like typewriter.

d.    It has speed when processing data

e.    Computer create possibility for distance learning

f.      It in some instances serve as medium for security 

g.    It gives pleasure.

Disadvantages of Computer

a.    It involves high cost of operation

b.    It can be used to defraud an organization

c.     There is complexity in the use of computer

d.    It expose teenagers to phonographic life

e.    Cost of acquiring computer knowledge is high