what is a computer
What do Hardware and Software have in common?
Everything you do on your computer will rely on both
What does LCD stand for?
((liquid crystal display)
: What does USB ports stand for?
(universal serial bus)
What role does the motherboard play in the computer
main circuit board
why is the Battery so useful in a computer?
it allows you to use the laptop when its not plugged or provide backup power!
What year was the PC introduced?
1981
What does the Numeric key pad Resemble?
Calculator Key pad
what’s the definition of the power socket?
were you’ll connect the power cord to the computer
Were is the Central Processing Unit located inside the computer?
its located inside the computer case
what might you need for a port in order to use them?
an adapter
What is the definition of Hardware?
any part of your computer that has a Physical Structure
What are the two most common mouse Alternatives?
Trackball & Touchpad
What is less common on todays computer?
Serial Port
when you run a program or open a file the computer copies some of the data from the ____________ onto the ______.
HARD DRIVE RAM
what's Another word for a Touchpad?
why is the Battery so useful in a computer
When was the Macintosh computer introduced?
1984
What is the mouse commonly known as?
the Pointing device
What Disc drive lets your computer read CDs and DVDs?
Optical Disc Drive
what’s the definition of the sound cars?
its responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones
What are the 4 things that are in a laptop that is called an All-in-one?
Monitor, Keyboard, Touchpad and Speakers
What are the two main styles a personal computer comes in?
PCs and Macs
How many parts of the key Board are there?
13
what the port called that you sometimes use for connecting the mouse and keyboard?
PS/2
whats another word for Bluetooth card?
(Adapter)
What is the specialized power cable called?
AC adapter