what is a computer?
what is a computer?
A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information or data.
what is the computer box normally made of?
metal and plastic
what is an example of a game controller?
joystick, and mouse ad keyboard
Ethernet cable is an example of what?
wi-fi
What makes the laptop different from a desktop?
It has an all-in-one design
what is hardware?
of your any part computer that has a physical structure
the acronym LCD means what?
Liquid crystal display
A microphone is a device that allows you to do what?
talk to people across the internet
what are two examples of a Bluetooth card (or adapter)?
keyboards, mice, and printers
what is an AC adapter?
a specialized power cable specifically built for that type of laptop
what is software?
software is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
what is another name for the touchpad?
trackpad
your peripheral let's capture pictures and videos in a digital format?
digital camera
what is responsible for the reason you have sound from the computer?
sound card
which one has more ports desktop or laptop?
desktop
Is a web browser hardware or software?
: A web browser is software because it tells the hardware what to do.
what does the optical mouse use to detect movement?
electronic eye
what device includes Inkjet, laser, and photo?
printer
how can you make you graphics better on your computer?
you can add a faster video card in one of the expansion slots
why is the laptop more expensive?
because their more powerful and run the same internal components and are mobile
what is one example of something that has a computer chip in it?
4 acceptable answers: Smartphone, Wearables, Game consoles, TV’s.
what kind of computer case lies flat on top of the desk?
desktop case
what is the meaning of output devices?
it sends information from the computer to the user
how is the RAM useful to the user
it stores the short-term information for when it is needed again
what is the advantage of the battery in the laptop during a power outage?
it can be used as a backup power source for the laptop itself