Computer Science
Computer Science
Computer Science (pronounced: kuhm-pyoo-ter sahy-uhns) is a field of study that involves the understanding and design of Computers and computational processes. The term was first coined in the mid-20th century, with the word 'computer' deriving from the Latin 'computare', meaning 'to calculate', and 'science' from the Latin 'scientia', meaning 'knowledge'.
Definition
Computer Science is the study of algorithms, including their theory, design, implementation, and application. It involves a variety of topics including Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networking, and Database Systems.
Related Terms
- Algorithm: A set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.
- Software Engineering: The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation, and maintenance of software.
- Artificial Intelligence: The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.
- Computer Networking: The practice of interfacing two or more computing devices with each other for the purpose of sharing data.
- Database Systems: A software system that uses a standard method of cataloging, retrieving, and running queries on data.
Etymology
The term 'Computer Science' was first used in a 1959 article in the journal 'Communications of the ACM'. The term 'computer' comes from the Latin word 'computare', which means 'to calculate'. The term 'science' comes from the Latin word 'scientia', which means 'knowledge'.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Computer Science
- Wikipedia's article - Computer Science
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