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Unit A: Computer and Internet Basics

Unit A: Computer and Internet Basics. Computer Concepts. Categorizing Computers. Which type of computer is right for me? A personal computer is designed to meet the computing needs of an individual for home, school, or small business use. Personal Computers include:. Categorizing Computers.

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Unit A: Computer and Internet Basics

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  1. Unit A: Computer and Internet Basics Computer Concepts

  2. Categorizing Computers • Which type of computer is right for me? • A personal computer is designed to meet the computing needs of an individual for home, school, or small business use. • Personal Computers include:

  3. Categorizing Computers • If I get a desktop computer, will it fit on my desk? • Yes, that is why it is called desktop Computers. • A desktop computer’s system unit can be housed in a vertical case or a horizontal case. • Horizontal case placed under the display on the desk. • Vertical case can be placed on the desk, on the floor, or in cubbyhole beneth the desk.

  4. Categorizing Computers • What if I need to use my computer in different locations? • You need to consider portable computer. • Notebook Computers • Tablet Computers • Netbooks • Handheld computers

  5. Categorizing Computers • What are the advantages of a notebook computer? • Notebook computers have a clamshell design, they open and close in a hinge. • Small • Notebook computers generally cost more than desktop computers.

  6. Categorizing Computers • Why should I consider a tablet commputer? • It is a portable computer that features a touch sensitive screen, which can be used as a writing or a drawing pad. • Useful for people who use their computers while on the go.

  7. Categorizing Computers • What is a netbook? • Are mini laptops. • Seven or eight inches wide and weigh about 2 bounds.

  8. Categorizing Computers • What if I just need a small portable computer that fits in a purse or poket? • Use handheld computer. • It is personal Digital Assistant (PDA) enhanced with features such as removable storage, email, web access, voice communications, built-in camera, and GPS.

  9. Categorizing Computers • What are some other categories of computers I should know about?

  10. Categorizing Computers • What does it mean when I hear, “the server is down?” Is a server another type of computer? • Server has several meanings: • Computer hardware, • Spacific type of software • Combination of hardware and software • The purpose of a server is to serve computers on a netwrok by supplying them with data.

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