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Working of Windows Registry:

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 Windows Registry:   **Definition** The **Windows Registry** is a hierarchical database that stores low-level settings and configurations for the Microsoft Windows operating system, as well as for applications that opt to use the registry. The registry contains information, settings, options, and other values for programs and hardware on all versions of Microsoft Windows.  **Registry Objects** The Windows Registry is composed of several key components: 1. Keys and Subkeys:     Keys are similar to folders in a filesystem, and they can contain other keys (subkeys) or values.    Subkeys are keys nested within other keys, allowing for a hierarchical organization of the data. 2. Values:    Values are the data stored within keys. Each value is a name/value pair, where the name is a label for the data and the value is the actual data. Values can be of different types, including strings, binary data, and integers. 3. Hives:    Hives ar...

TASK MANAGER

TASK MANAGER In today's fast-paced world, staying organized is more important than ever. Whether you're managing personal tasks, work projects, or a mix of both, a task manager can be a game-changer in how you plan, execute, and track your activities. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right one? In this blog, we'll explore the key features of task managers, the benefits they offer, and tips on finding the perfect fit for your needs.   **Why You Need a Task Manager** Before diving into specific tools, let’s talk about why a task manager is essential. Here are a few reasons: 1. Enhanced Productivity:  A task manager helps you prioritize your tasks, ensuring that you focus on what’s most important. 2. Better Time Management:  By organizing tasks and setting deadlines, you can allocate your time more effectively. 3. Stress Reduction:  Knowing what you need to do and when reduces the mental clutter that comes with juggling multiple responsibilities...

COMPUTER COLOURING PROCESS

  HOW THE COMPUTER FINDS THE DIFFERENT COLOURS: 1.  RGB (Red, Green, Blue): How it Works:  Colors are represented as combinations of red, green, and blue light. Each color channel typically has a value between 0 and 255. Example:  Pure red is (255, 0, 0), pure green is (0, 255, 0), and pure blue is (0, 0, 255). 2.  CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black): How it Works:  This model is primarily used in color printing. It works by subtracting varying percentages of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks. Example:  A specific shade of green might be represented as (100%, 0%, 100%, 0%). 3.  HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value): How it Works:  This model represents colors in terms of their hue (the type of color), saturation (the intensity of the color), and value (the brightness of the color). Example:  Pure red might be represented as (0°, 100%, 100%). 4.  Hexadecimal (Hex): How it Works:  Colors are represented as a six-digit hexadecimal ...
HOW BOOTING WORKS IN COMPUTER:  1. ** Power On ** When the computer is powered on, it sends power to the central processing unit (CPU) and other essential components.  2. ** Power-On Self-Test (POST) ** The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) or Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware performs a Power-On Self-Test (POST) to check the hardware components like RAM, disk drives, and the graphics card to ensure they are functioning properly.  3. ** BIOS/UEFI Initialization ** The BIOS/UEFI initializes system hardware and configures settings stored in non-volatile memory. It also identifies and initializes system devices such as the keyboard, mouse, and storage devices. 4. ** Bootloader ** After POST, the BIOS/UEFI looks for the bootloader in a specified boot device (usually a hard drive, SSD, or USB drive). The bootloader is a small program responsible for loading the operating system (OS).  5. ** Loading the Bootloader ** The BIOS/UEFI loads the bootloader in...
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  Understanding the Logic AND Gate in Computers Logic gates are fundamental building blocks of digital circuits, and among them, the AND gate plays a crucial role in computing processes. Let's dive into how an AND gate works and its significance in computer operations. What is an AND Gate? An AND gate is a digital logic gate that implements logical conjunction – it outputs true (or high) only if all its inputs are true (or high). In simpler terms, an AND gate will output a 1 only when all the inputs are 1. Symbol and Truth Table The AND gate is typically represented by a D-shaped symbol with two or more input lines on the left and one output line on the right. Truth Table: Input A Input B Output 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 As seen in the truth table, the output is 1 only when both Input A and Input B are 1. How Does It Work in a Computer? AND gates are used in various parts of a computer, from the basic CPU operations to memory and control units. Here's how they function in a few k...
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  History of C Language History of C language  is interesting to know. Here we are going to discuss a brief history of the c language. C programming language  was developed in 1972 by Dennis Ritchie at bell laboratories of AT&T (American Telephone & Telegraph), located in the U.S.A. Dennis Ritchie  is known as the  founder of the c language . It was developed to overcome the problems of previous languages such as B, BCPL, etc. Initially, C language was developed to be used in  UNIX operating system . It inherits many features of previous languages such as B and BCPL. Let's see the programming languages that were developed before C language. Overview of C Language History A brief overview of C language history is given below − Origin of C Programming ' ALGOL' was the foundation or progenitor of programming languages. It was first introduced in 1960. 'ALGOL' was widely used in European countries. The ALGOL had introduced the concept of structured prog...