Data is the smallest piece of information that a computer uses. It doesn’t have a set meaning on its own. It can be raw facts or numbers.
Key Points About Data:
- Data is the plural term, and its singular form is ‘datum.’
- Anything we input into a computer system is called data.
- Data is like a collection of facts and numbers that we can use for different purposes.
- It comes in different types, such as text (like letters and numbers) and graphics (like images, audio, videos, and animations).
Types of Data:
- Textual Data: This includes letters, digits, and symbols.
- Graphical Data: This involves images, sounds, videos, and animations.
Understanding data helps us work with computers and use the information they store and process.
