What are the five basic operations performed by any computer system ?

All computer systems perform the following five basic operations, for converting raw input data into information, which is useful to their users :

• Inputting: The process of entering data and instructions into the computer system

• Storing : Saving data and instructions to make them readily available for initial or additional processing, as and when required. 

• Processing : Performing arithmetic operations or logical operations on data to convert them into useful information.

• Outputting : The process of producing usefull information or results for the user, such as a printed report or visual display.

•  Controlling : Directing the manner and sequence in which all of the above operations are performed.