👉 Computing refers to the processes and technologies used to store, process, and transmit data. The lowest level of computing is at the hardware level, specifically dealing with the physical components like processors (CPUs), memory (RAM), storage devices (hard drives, SSDs), and input/output devices. This level focuses on the basic operations of data manipulation and processing, such as executing instructions and handling data transfer between these components. At this level, the focus is on the raw capabilities of the physical devices and their performance metrics like speed, capacity, and power consumption.