Difference Between Computer and PLC

Hello readers welcome to the new post. In this post, we will learn Difference Between Computer and PLC. The full form of a computer is a common operating machine purposely used for technological and educational research. Nowadays the computer has become very common for us from our houses to schools, colleges, universities, industries, shopping centers, laboratories, etc computer is being used. With the invention of the computer, our mathematical calculation and data processing has become very easy and less time-consuming.

What is Computer

• Computer word is taken from the word compute which means to calculate something. The computer is known as a common operating device used for education and technology-based research.

• It is used for processing of data or raw details into useful information and the processed results are shown on the output screen The result obtained from the computer used for required work
• The computer has 2 main parts CU and ALU
• ALU or arithmetic logic unit used for performing arithmetic and logical operations for computers
• CU is used for controlling the operation sequences for storing data in a memory unit.
• The first computer was designed by Charles Babbage who known as the father of computers

Computer Types

• There are three main categories of a computer based on the technology used that are listed here.
  • Digital Computer
  • Analog Computer
  • Hybrid Computer

Computer Input Devices

Keyboard	Graphics Tablets	Joystick
Mouse	camera	Gamepad
microphone	Pen Input	Electronic pad
Touch screen	Video Capture hardware	Electronic whiteboard
Scanner	Microphones	Barcode reader
webcam	Trackball	Touchpad
MIDI Keyboard	Digital Camera

Computer Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• CPU is called the brain of computers and all functions are performed by computers controlled by the CPU.
• its main parts are
• ALU

• CU
• Registers

ALU

• Logic and arithmetic operations performed by this part
• Arithmetic operations such as subtraction, multiplying and addition are done by this module
• Number comparsion letters, and special characters is logical operations

Control Unit

• This part of the CPU controls and coordinates with the other parts of the computer.

Registers

• The function of registers is to store and execute data very quickly.

What is PLC

• PLC stands for programmable logic controller. The PLC is a computing device based on programs and used for handling electromechanical processes, normally industries.
• The PLC is also called an industrial PC since it is used for performing different functions in industries as a computing machine.
• The main work of PLC is to monitor input devices like signals from light switches and find results based on the next condition of output devices such as light on or off.
• PLC are used for transferring information from devices at factory locations at different positions.
• PLC used for monitoring and reporting of devices for finding faults in hardware such as industrial machines

Memory of PLC

• Memory is the portion of a Programmable Logic Controller that gathers statistics, commands, and the controlling programs.
• The space or size of storage of plc is normally denoted as (K), like (1k), (2k), etc.
• The (K) is an abbreviation of kilo usually it denoted 1000 units.
• But in the case of computers and Programmable Logic Controller, one (k) is equal to 1024, since these calculations are founded on the binary numeral system.
• According to the memory category, one (K) can be denoted as (1024 bits), (1024 bytes), or (1024 words).
• While it is general for us to calculate the storage capability of PLC in words, we are required to see the number of bits in every word before the storage dimension can be precisely related.
• The volume of memory needs to be designed according to the applications.
• Before the installation of the plc, some factors that should be in the notice are explained here.
  • Quantity of inputs and out connections.
  • The magnitude of the program controller.
  • Statistics gathering necessities
  • Controlling functions requisite
  • Future developments

That is all about the Difference Between Computers and PLC if you have any further query ask in the comments.