ICT Class 3 - Uses Of-Computer Notes

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Uses of Computer

Welcome to the chapter on Uses of Computer for Class 3. In this chapter, you will learn about the many ways computers help us at home, school, and in different places. By the end of this chapter, you will know how computers make our work easier and faster!

Introduction

Computers are smart machines. They can do many things quickly and correctly. We use computers in our daily life for work, learning, and fun.

Where Are Computers Used?

  • At home: For studying, playing games, watching videos, and shopping online.
  • In schools: For teaching, learning, and doing homework.
  • In offices: For typing letters, making reports, and sending emails.
  • In banks: For keeping money records and helping customers.
  • In hospitals: For keeping patient records and checking health reports.
  • In shops and malls: For billing and keeping stock records.
  • At railway stations and airports: For booking tickets and giving information.

What Can We Do With a Computer?

  • Type letters and documents
  • Draw and color pictures
  • Play games
  • Listen to music and watch movies
  • Learn new things and search for information
  • Send and receive emails
  • Solve sums and do homework
  • Shop online

Fun Activity: Computer Use Chart

Make a chart showing how you and your family use computers at home. Draw pictures or write about each use!

Summary

  • Computers help us in many places.
  • We use computers for work, play, and learning.
  • Computers make our work easy and fast.

Practice Questions

  1. Name three places where computers are used.
  2. What can you do with a computer at home?
  3. How do computers help in hospitals?
  4. Can you play games on a computer?
  5. What do computers do in banks?

Challenge Yourself

  • List five things you have done on a computer.
  • Draw a computer and label its parts.

Did You Know?

  • Supercomputers are the fastest computers in the world!
  • Today, computers can fit in your pocket as smartphones and tablets.

Glossary

  • Computer: A smart machine that helps us do many things.
  • Document: A file where we write or type information.
  • Email: A message sent using a computer or phone.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Home, school, office, bank, hospital, shop, railway station, airport (any three).
  2. Study, play games, watch videos, shop online, draw pictures.
  3. Keep patient records, check health reports.
  4. Yes.
  5. Keep money records and help customers.

Computers are everywhere! Use them to learn, play, and make your work easy.