A computer is a device that processes and stores
information. It has different parts like the brain (central processing unit or
CPU), memory, input devices (like a keyboard or mouse), output devices (like a
monitor or printer), and storage devices (like a hard drive or flash drive).
The CPU controls everything, memory stores temporary data, input devices let
you give commands, output devices show results and storage devices keep data
permanently. Computers can run software (like operating systems, applications,
and games) and connect to the internet for services like email, social media,
and web browsing. They're really helpful for work, education, entertainment,
and communication.
Charter of Queen Elizabeth I & the East India Company Background Francis Drake’s Voyage (1580) : First Englishman to sail around the world, inspiring exploration. Defeat of Spanish Armada (1588) : England’s naval victory boosted confidence to challenge Spain/Portugal in global trade. Portuguese & Dutch Profits : Europeans made huge money from Asian spices, textiles, and goods → England wanted a share! Formation of the East India Company 1599 : Group of English merchants ( Merchant Adventurers ) formed a company to trade in Asia. 31 December 1600 : Queen Elizabeth I granted them a Royal Charter , giving: Exclusive Rights : Only this company could trade east of Africa (monopoly). Name : “Governor and Company of Merchants of London trading into the East Indies” (later called East India Company ). 1609 : Monopoly extended indefi...
