What is a computer?
Parts of a Computer
Buttons and Ports on the computer.
Inside a Computer
Laptop Computers
100

What is hardware? 

Any part of your computer that has a physical structure. 

100

What is a computer case? 

Computer case is the metal/plastic box that contains the main components of the computer. 

100

What is a printer? 

A printer is used to print documents, photos, and anything else that appears on screen. 

100

Where is the processor located? 

The processor is located inside the computer case on the motherboard. 


100

What is a touchpad? 

A touchpad is a touch-sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger. 

200

What is a desktop computer? 

Desktop computer designed to be placed on a desk. 

200

What is a tower case? 

A tower case is tall and sits next to the monitor or on the floor. 

200

What is a microphone? 

A Microphone is a type of input device that receives information from a user. 

200

What is the processor's speed measured in? 

The processor is measured in megahertz. 

200

What is a batter? 

Battery allows you to use the laptop when it's not plugged in. 

300

What is a tablet? 

Tablets are handheld computers. 
300

What is a CRT? 

CRT is a cathode ray tube. 

300

What is a web camera? 

A web camera is a type of input device that can record videos and take pictures. 

300

What is RAM? 

RAM is your system's short-term memory. 

300

What is an AC adapter? 

AC adapter us designed to be used with that specific type of laptop. 

400

What is a server? 

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

400

Where is the video card located? 

The video card is located inside the computer case. 

400

What is a Game Controller? 

A game controller is used to control computer games. 

400

What is RAM measured in? 

RAM is measured in megabytes of gigabytes. 

400

What is another benefit of the battery? 

The battery can provide backup power to the laptop if the power goes out. 

500

When was PC introduced? 

PC was introduced in 1981. 

500

What is an LCD? 

LCD is a liquid crystal display. 

500

What is a speaker/headphone? 

Speaker/headphones are output devices; means they send information from the computer to the user. 

500

What is a hard drive? 

Hard drive is where your software, documents, and other files are stored. 

500

Is the laptop or desk computers more expensive? 

Laptops tend to be more expensive than a desktop computer.