Chapter 1 Operation; Your Computer System - Zenith Z-100 Series User Manual

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Your Computer System

Your new Z-100 Computer is a tool, much like a typewriter or calculator.
You can use it in a wide number of applications, such as general accounting,
inventory management, payroll, communications, maintaining mailing lists,
filing and retrieval of information, and word processing. It is also an
excellent educational aide that can make the learning process fun and
challenging for the student while providing management support for the
teacher and school.
Your computer is an extremely reliable machine. When it is properly installed
and receives proper care, it will last for years with little need for service.
A typical computer system will consist of at least two units: the computer
and a peripheral (any piece of equipment that is attached to and controlled by
the computer). It may be a video display, printer, telephone communications
device (called a modem), or additional disk drives.
The heart of the system is the computer with its keyboard and storage devices.
The All-in-One model, shown in Figure 1-1, also contains a built-in video
display.