What is a computer?
What is a computer?
An electronic device that manipulates information.
What are the basic parts of a computer?
The basic parts of a computer are the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and power cord.
Is every computer the same when it comes to the buttons, ports, and sockets?
No, every computer is not the same, itsVarys from
computer to computer.
What is a motherboard?
A motherboard is the computer’s main circuit board.
What is a laptop computer?
This is a personal computer that can be easily moved and
used almost anywhere.
What can you use a computer for?
You can use a computer to type documents, send emails,play games, and browse the web.
What is the purpose of a mouse?
The purpose of a mouse is to allow one to point to objects on the screen.
What is an optical disk drive?
This is something that allows your computer to read CDs and DVDs.
What is the central processing unit?
This is also known as a processor, but it carries out
commands.
How are laptop computers and desktops computers
different?
They are different because laptops are made to be able to move, while desktop ones are not, you also do not have to use a mouse like the desktop one.
What do computers have the ability to do?
They have the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.
What is a computer case?
A computer case is a metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer
What is an ethernet port?
It is something you can use for networking and connecting to the internet.
What is RAM?
This is your systems short-term memory; it temporarily stores the data in the RAM until its needed.
Do laptops or desktops use a battery (get plugged in)?
Laptops have a battery, which allows you to use a laptop when its not plugged in to a lot of cords.
What is something that all computers have in common?
They all have hardware and software.
What is a monitor?
A monitor is something that works with a video card and is used to display images and text on the screen
What is a serial port?
This is a less common port, but it was frequently used to connect peripherals like digital cameras.
What is a hard drive?
This is where your software, documents, and other files are stored.
Are desktops or laptops pricier?
Laptops are more expensive.
What is a server?
A server is a computer that serves information to other computers on a network.
: What is the purpose of a keyboard?
The purpose of a keyboard is to communicate with a computer.
What are some other types of ports?
Some other types of ports are FireWire, Thunderbolt, and HDMI
What is the power supply unit?
In a computer, it converts the power from the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer. It sends power through cables to the motherboard and more.
What is an AC adapter?
This is a specialized power cable which is designed to be used with the specific type of laptop.