computer
what is a computer?
an electronic device that manipulates info and data. It stores retrieves and processes data.
What’s a mouse?
A mouse is something used to navigate through computers
what makes up the front of a computer case?
disc drive, power buttons, USB ports and audio ports.
What is a motherboard?
A computer’s main circuit board. A thin plate that holds the CPU, memory, video, audio, etc.
What is the battery used in a computer?
Allows usage when not plugged in while also recharging.
what is hardware?
any part of your computer that has a physical; structure/internal part.
What’s a computer case?
A computer case is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components which are the motherboard, CPU and power supply.
what makes up the back of a computer case?
It has multiple connection ports that are colored and have multiple uses, as well as the power socket
what is a CPU?
located inside the motherboard, its job is to carry out commands.
What is the AC adapter.
the power cable is designed for that specific computer.
what is software?
any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
What are the features of a monitor?
Monitors consist of control buttons, a video card, and have built in speakers.
what is a printer?
something that is used to print documents photos and anything else than can be pulled up on to your computer.
What is a RAM?
systems short term memory
what’s a laptop computer?
personal computer that can be easily transported.
what is a desktop computer?
designed to be placed on a desk, made up of monitor, keyboard and mouse.
what is the use of a keyboard?
The keyboard is a way to be able to communicate with the computer.
what is a scanner?
Allows you to copy a physical image or document and save it as a digital image.
What is a hard drive?
Where your software, documents and other files are stored.
Price?
laptops tend to be more expensive
what is a server?
computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.
what are mouse alternatives?
A trackball, which is a ball that can rotate freely instead of moving. A touchpad is a sensitive pad that lets you control it by dragging your finger over it.
what is a digital camera?
allows you to capture pictures and videos in a digital format. You can connect it to your computer using a USB.
what is the video card?
video cards are responsible for what you see on the monitor.
why are laptops more expensive than desktops?
they are more powerful and more efficient.