Definiciones sobre computadoras y redes en Carolina del Sur

Explicación Simple

Esta ley explica qué es una computadora y cómo se conectan entre sí. También define qué son los programas y el software que usan estas computadoras para funcionar.

Es como un equipo de fútbol, donde cada jugador (computadora) tiene un rol y se conecta con otros para jugar juntos. Los entrenadores (programas) les dicen cómo jugar.

Ejemplo Práctico

Imagina que Juan tiene una laptop que usa para trabajar desde casa. Además, tiene un teléfono celular que se conecta a internet y un enrutador que permite que ambos dispositivos se comuniquen. Según esta ley, todos estos aparatos son computadoras porque procesan información.

Texto Original del Estatuto (Inglés)

SECTION 16-16-10. Definitions. For purposes of this chapter: (a) "Computer" means a device that performs logical, arithmetic, and memory functions by manipulating impulses including, but not limited to, all input, output, processing, storage, computer software, and communication facilities that are connected or related to a computer in a computer system or computer network. For the purposes of this section, "computer" includes, but is not limited to, mainframes, servers, workstations, desktops, and notebooks; industrial controls such as programmable logic controllers and supervisory control and data acquisition systems; portable hand-held computing devices such as personal digital assistants and digital cellular telephones; data communications network devices such as routers and switches; and all other devices that are computer-based or communicate with or are under the control of a computer such as appropriate telephone switches, medical devices, and cable and satellite television interface systems. "Computer" does not include automated typewriters or typesetters. (b) "Computer network" means the interconnection of two or more computers, and those devices and facilities through which an interconnection occurs. (c) "Computer program" means a series of instructions or statements executable on a computer, which direct the computer system in a manner to process data or perform other specified functions. (d) "Computer software" means a set of computer programs, data, procedures, or associated documentation concerned with the operation of a computer system. (e) "Computer system" means a set of related, whether connected or unconnected, computer equipment, devices, or software. (f) "Property" includes, but is not limited to, financial instruments, data, documents associated w