What is a computer?
Describe a computer.
A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or
data.
What are the basic parts of a desktop computer?
The basic parts of a desktop computer are the computer case,
monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord.
What does the back of a computer case have?
The back of a computer case has connection ports that are made to fit
specific devices.
Define what the motherboard is.
The motherboard is the computer's main circuit board.
What is a laptop computer?
A laptop is a personal computer that can be easily moved and used in a variety of locations.
What is Hardware?
Hardware is any part of your computer that has a physical structure.
What does a computer case contain?
A computer case contains the main components of the computer,
including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and power supply.
What are other types of ports?
There are many other types of ports, such as FireWire, Thunderbolt,
and HDMI.
Where is the central processing unit (CPU) located?
The CPU is located inside the computer case on the motherboard.
What is a touchpad?
A laptop is a personal computer that can be easily moved and used in a variety of locations.
What do you rely on when using your computer?
Everything you do on your computer will rely on both hardware and
software.
What does the monitor work with?
The monitor works with a video card, located inside the computer
case, to display images and text on the screen.
What are the devices that you can plug into extra ports called?
peripherals
What is a CPU?
The CPU is usually a two-inch ceramic square with a silicon chip located inside
Are Laptops cheaper than Desktops?
laptops tend to be more expensive than a desktop computer with the same internal components.
What are desktop computers designed for?
Desktop computers are designed to be placed on a desk
What are the two important ways to communicate with a computer?
The keyboard ad the mouse are the two important ways to
communicate with a computer
What does a scanner allow you to do?
A scanner allows you to copy a physical image or document and save it to your computer as a digital (computer-readable) image.
What is the hard drive?
The hard drive is where your software, documents, and other files are stored
What is the AC adapter designed for?
An AC adapter is designed to be used with that specific type of laptop.
What is a laptop?
Laptops are battery-powered computers that are more portable than
desktops, allowing you to use them almost anywhere.
What are the most common devices that do the same thing as a
mouse?
A trackball and touchpad do the same thing as a mouse.
What are web cameras?
A web camera—or webcam—is a type of input device that can record videos and take pictures
How is RAM measured?
RAM is measured in megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB).
What does the battery allow you to do?
A battery allows you to use the laptop when it's not plugged in.