What is a computer?
Basic Parts of a computer
Buttons and Port on computer
Inside a Computer
Laptop Computer
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What is a computer?

A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data

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What are the basic parts of a desktop computer?

the computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord.

100

What is in the back of a computer case?

Connection ports

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What is the mother board?

The computer’s main circuit that connects directly or indirectly to every part of the computer.

100

What’s another name for the word “touchpad”?

trackpad

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 What is hardware?

hardware is any part of your computer that has physical structure

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What is a computer case?

the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer

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What’s a printer?

A device that’s used to print documents, photos, and anything that appears on your screen.

200

What does RAM stand for?

Random Access Memory

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Does a laptop have more or fewer ports than a desktop computer?

Fewer

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What’s is a software?

 Software is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.

300

What do you use to type the words onto the computer?

The keyboard

300

What does a scanner allow you to do?

it allows you to copy a physical image or document and save it to your computer as a digital (computer-readable) image.

300

Is RAM a short-term memory or a long-term memory system?

A short-term memory

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How is a laptop different from a desktop?

laptops are designed for portability, this means it is fully functional, even when no peripherals are connected. A laptop is also quicker to set up, and there are fewer cables to get in the way.

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 What are servers?

A server is a computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.

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What do you use to navigate through your computer?

A mouse

400

What are game controllers used for?

A game controller is used to control games.

400

What is a Bluetooth card/ adapter?

a technology for wireless communication over short distances

400

What is an AC adapter?

A power cable

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what’s the two main styles computers come in?

PC’s and Mac’s

500

What is a web cam?

A device you can record videos, take pictures, and lets you videochat with others.

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What do digital cameras allow you to do?

A digital camera lets you capture pictures and videos in a digital format.

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What is the video card responsible for?

The video card is responsible for what you see on the monitor

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What is a mobile device?

A mobile device is a general term for any type of handheld computer.

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