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How Computers Work

49 CQ
14 Lessons
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    1. Intro to How Computers Work
    A lesson with Todd McLeod
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    Todd McLeod, a professor of computer information technology, clearly explains the IPOS model and how electricity controls the electronics you use every day.

    Intro to How Computers Work
    with Todd McLeod

    Todd McLeod, a professor of computer information technology, clearly explains the IPOS model and how electricity controls the electronics you use every day.

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    2. Computers & Coding Schemes
    A lesson with Todd McLeod
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    Todd McLeod explains the basics of coding schemes in simple terms using an analogy of lights as circuits, as well as how to use the simple formula, 2ⁿ.

    Computers & Coding Schemes
    with Todd McLeod

    Todd McLeod explains the basics of coding schemes in simple terms using an analogy of lights as circuits, as well as how to use the simple formula, 2ⁿ.

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    3. Basics of Binary Code
    A lesson with Todd McLeod
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    Todd McLeod, computer information technology professor, provides a simple explanation of binary code and the foundation of what makes computers work.

    Basics of Binary Code
    with Todd McLeod

    Todd McLeod, computer information technology professor, provides a simple explanation of binary code and the foundation of what makes computers work.

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    4. History of Computers
    A lesson with Todd McLeod
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    Todd McLeod provides a brief history of modern computers, and explains the changing hardware. From ENIAC to PC, you'll enjoy this informative tour of computers!

    History of Computers
    with Todd McLeod

    Todd McLeod provides a brief history of modern computers, and explains the changing hardware. From ENIAC to PC, you'll enjoy this informative tour of computers!

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    5. Defining Moore's Law
    A lesson with Todd McLeod
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    Todd McLeod explains the basics of Moore’s law, including a brief history of Intel, and how the trend has held true from the early 1970’s to present day.

    Defining Moore's Law
    with Todd McLeod

    Todd McLeod explains the basics of Moore’s law, including a brief history of Intel, and how the trend has held true from the early 1970’s to present day.

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