Episode 2
What is a electronic device that manipulates information, or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data
Computer
is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer
A computer case
What’s on the back of a computer case?
connection ports.
where is the motherboard located?
main circuit board.
a personal computer that can be easily moved
and used in a variety of locations
Laptop
is any part of your computer that has a physical structure, such as the keyboard or mouse. It also includes all of the computer's internal parts
Hardware
is one of the main ways to communicate with a computer
A keyboard
where is the Optical Disc Drive, Power Button, Audio
In/Audio Out, and USB (Universal Serial Bus) Port located
Front of computer case
what does the motherboard do?
holds the CPU
How is a laptop different from a desktop?
Because laptops are designed for portability
Where are desktops mostly used?
work, home, and school.
works with a video card, located inside the computer
case, to display images and text on the screen
A monitor
What are Printers, Scanners, Speakers/headphones,
Microphones etc
Peripherals
Whats the full unabbreviated name for cpu?
The central processing unit (
whats a name also used for touchpad
a trackpad
Computers come in different shapes and _____
Sizes
is another important tool for communicating with
computers. Commonly known as a pointing device, it lets you point to
objects on the screen, click on them, and move them
A mouse
is used to print documents, photos, and anything else
printer
Where is the Cpu located
it is located inside the computer case on the motherboard
Which is more expensive, Laptop or Desktop?
Laptop
are battery-powered computers that are more portable than desktops, allowing you to use them almost anywhere
Laptops
What are alternatives for mouses?
Trackball and Touchpad
What are FireWire, Thunderbolt, and HDMI.
ports
Whats the full unabbreviated name for RAM
random access memory
Which has more ports, Laptop or desktop?
desktop