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1 - Introduction To Computer
1 - Introduction To Computer
LESSONS:
Definition of computer
Types of Personal Computer
Common parts of a Desktop Computer
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COMPUTER
A computer is an electronic device
that has the capability to
manipulate information or data,
store, retrieve, and process it for
more useful information. It is
programmable so it can responds
to specific instructions or
commands.
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Personal Computer
Personal Computer or PC for short
is small and designed for an
individual user.
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Desktop Computer
Desktop is a common
term used to describe
a general type of
personal computer
that is not portable
and often placed on or
at someone home or
office desk.
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Laptop Computer
Laptop Computer is a small,
portable computer enough to sit
it on your lap. Laptop computers
are more frequently called as
notebook computers, though
technically laptops are
somewhat larger in size than
notebooks in both thickness and
weight. Portable computers run
off AC power and also have the
ability to run of battery pack for
a few hours.
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Netbook
Netbook is a small
portable computing
device, similar to a
notebook. However,
it has a smaller form
factor. Most Netbook
nowadays have the
same performance
with other Notebook.
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COMMON PARTS OF A
DESKTOP COMPUTER
Desktop Computer is designed to fit securely on top
of a desk, or a working table usually with the
monitor sitting on top of the computer.
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System Unit
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FORM FACTOR OF SYSTEM UNIT
the form factor is the size, configuration, or physical arrangement of a computer
hardware object. The term is commonly used in describing the size and/or
arrangement of a computer case or chassis
Full Tower
Centurion 6
Mini Tower
Mini-tower usually
have up to 2 or
sometimes 3 internal
drive bays. Mini-
cases normally stand
at a height of 12 to
18 inches (30 to 45
cm). Expandability is
a problem with these
cases.
Small form factor or SFF cases are custom cases that are
designed to minimize the spatial volume of a desktop
computer. SFFs are available in a variety of sizes and shapes,
including shoe boxes, cubes, and book-sized PCs.
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Monitor
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What to Consider in buying a desktop monitor?
Example:
VGA (video
graphics array)
has been around
the longest. VGA
is an analog
signal, meaning
the quality may
not be as high as
with other cables,
especially at high
resolutions.
VGA Port
Types of Data Cable used by computer monitor
DVI (Digital Video Interface) Cable
Mouse
Mouse is also known as
pointing device whose
function is to detect
two-dimensional motion
relative to its supporting
surface.
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Types of Computer Mouse
Wireless Mouse
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Keyboard
Keyboard is an input device, designed
just like a typewriter keyboard. It is one of
the primary ways we communicate with
the computer and enter data.
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Types of Keyboard
PS2 Keyboard
Types of Keyboard
USB Keyboard
Types of keyboard
Wireless Keyboard
PS2
A type of port/connector developed by
IBM for connecting a mouse or
keyboard to a PC. The PS/2 port
supports a mini DIN plug containing
just 6 pins. Most PCs have a PS/2 port
so that the serial port can be used by
another device, such as a modem.
The PS/2 port is often called the
mouse port.
PS2 Connectors
PS2 Ports
Speakers
Speakers are external audio
device which is commonly
equipped with a low-power
internal amplifier. The
standard audio connector of
a computer speaker is a
3.5mm (1/8 inch) stereo jack
plug often color-coded lime
green for computer sound
cards.
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Speaker cable jack
Audio Ports
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AVR
AVR (Automatic Voltage
Regulator)The role of automatic
voltage regulator's is to reduce the
5 volt signal to the lower voltage
required by the microprocessor.
Other prefers to have UPS
(Uninterrupted Power
Supply)which cost much than AVR
but good enough because it has its
own chargeable battery, enabling
your computer not to shut down in
case of power failure.
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References:
http://www.computerhistory.org
/http://www.computerhope.com/
http://www.webopedia.com
/http://www.gcflearnfree.org/
http://pcityourself.com
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