What is a computer
What is a computer?
A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data.
What are the basic parts of a computer?
The basic parts of a desktop computer are the computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord.
(You can also say computer case, moniter, keyboard, mouse, and power cord)
What is at the front of the computer case?
Power button/USB Port/Audio Port
What is the Motherboard?
The motherboard is the computer's main circuit board
What is a touchpad?
A touchpad touch-sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger.
What is Hardware?
Hardware is any part of your computer that has a physical structure, such as the keyboard or mouse.
What is the computer case?
The computer case is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer.
What is at the back of the computer case?
Audio Port/USB Port/Expansion Slots
Where is the CPU located?
The central processing unit (CPU) is located inside the computer case on the motherboard.
Why can I unplug my laptop and still be able to use it?
Battery: Every laptop has a battery, which allows you to use the laptop when it's not plugged in.
What is software?
Software is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
What does the monitor help you work with?
The monitor displays images and text on the screen you're looking at.
What is the most basic computer setup?
The most basic computer setup usually includes the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
What is the RAM
RAM is your system's short-term memory.
How can I know which laptop is mine?
AC adapter: A laptop usually has a specialized power cable called an AC adapter, which is designed to be used with that specific type of laptop
In shorter terms an AC adapter which is specialized for a specific laptop
What is a server?
A server is a computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.
What is the keyboards' function?
The keyboard is one of the main ways to communicate with a computer.
What are the devices that you can plug into your computer called?
Peripherals
What does the hard drive store?
The hard drive is where your software, documents, and other files are stored.
Does a laptop have more ports that a computer?
Most laptops have the same types of ports found on desktop computers (such as USB), although they usually have fewer ports to save space.
What are the two main types of a personal computer?
: PC and a Mac
What does the mouse do?
The mouse is a important tool that is used to communicate with computers.
What type of peripherals can you plug into your computer?
Printers/Scanners/Headphones/Microphones/Mobile Phones
What does the power supply unit do?
The power supply unit in a computer converts the power from the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer.
Is a laptop more expensive that a computer?
Laptops tend to be more expensive than a desktop computer with the same internal components.