What is a Computer?
What is a computer?
An electronic device that manipulates information or data.
What do computer cases contain that are made to fit specific devices and where are they typically located?
Connection ports and they are typically located in the back of your computer case.
What is the motherboard and what is its purpose?
The motherboard is the computer’s main circuit board, and its purpose is to hold memory, CPU, and connectors for the hard drive.
The best example of primary storage is_________and this is the computer's short-term memory(temporarily). It is used to temporarily store programs while the computer is active.
RAM
What is the difference between a PC and a laptop?
Laptops are smaller and made to be portable. PCs are larger, contain different hardware, and contain more connection ports.
What is a peripheral and what is an example of one?
A type of device that can be connected to your computer. An example of a peripheral is a printer, speaker, microphone, or web camera.
What is a CPU and what is its purpose?
A CPU is the central processing unit and its purpose is to carry out commands.
example of secondary storage, that is a non-volatile storage device. It is used to permanently store programs in the computer even when the computer is not active.
HARD DISK DRIVE
What abilities does a computer have?
The ability to store, retrieve, and process data.
What is the main purpose of a connection port?
To allow devices to connect to your computer
What is a processor’s speed measured in?
megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz)
The body of the computer through which all other components interface.
MOTHERBOARD
What is the difference between hardware and software?
Hardware is any part of a computer with a physical structure. Software is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
What should you do when you find a port you don’t recognize on your computer?
It is recommended that you consult your manual for more information.
What is RAM measured in?
megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB)
converts electrical power from the power outlet to the type of power needed by the computer.
POWER SUPPLY
What are 4 basic computer uses?
Typing documents, sending emails, playing games, and web browsing.
What is an example of an alternative type of port?
An HDMI, FireWire, or Thunderbolt.
What does RAM stand for and what type of memory is it?
RAM stands for Random access memory, and it is your system’s short-term memory.
connect all the internal components of a computer such as CPU and memory to the motherboard.
DATA BUS