What is a computer?
what is a computer?
something that manipulates information
what are two Basic Parts of a Computer?
computer case and keyboard
What are the different types of ports on a computer?
ethernet port. HDMI port
What is inside of a computer?
CPU, ram
what is it?
personal computer that can be easily moved
What is the hardware of a computer?
any part of your computer that is physical
How do monitors work?
with a video card.
What do one of these ports do?
ethernet lets you connect to the Wi-Fi and networking. And connect your display to your monitor
What is the mother board?
main circuit board
How is it different from a desktop?
laptops have an all-in-one design
what is software?
any set of instructions.
What is a keyboard?
main ways to communicate with a computer.
Where are the ports located?
the back and front of a computer
What does the CPU do inside the computer?
carry out commands
how are desktops and laptops the same?
they can run the same software
What are the different types of computers?
Desktop, laptop and personal computers
What is a mouse?
a way to communicate with a computer.
What are the other types of ports?
FireWire, thunderbolt
What does the RAM do inside the computer?
it’s your systems short term memory
whys it called a laptop?
because you can use it around and, on your lap
What is a server?
serves info to other computers on a network.
What are the mouse alternatives?
touchpad.
What peripherals can you use?
printer, inkjet
What does the hard drive do inside a computer?
store your documents, software
do laptops have the same number of ports on a desktop?
they have fewer but also the same