Personal Computers and Applications
Networking for Home and Small Businesses Chapter 1
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Objectives
Identify the purpose and uses of personal computers and describe local and network applications.
Compare and contrast different types of computing devices. Explain the binary representation of data. Determine appropriate components and peripheral devices to meet requirements.
Install, verify, and upgrade computer components and peripherals.
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Purpose and Uses of Personal Computers
Multiple uses for computers
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Purpose and Uses of Personal Computers
Common local and network applications
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Types of Computing Devices
Different types of Computers
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Types of Computing Devices
Types and features of servers
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Types of Computing Devices
Features of a desktop personal computer (PC)
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Types of Computing Devices
Features of a workstation
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Types of Computing Devices
Types and features of portable devices
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Binary Representation of Data
Digital (binary) representation of various common forms of data
Using the proper units for measuring information
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Binary Representation of Data
Convert approximately between bits, bytes, Kilobytes, Megabytes, and Gigabytes
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Binary Representation of Data
Measuring speed, resolution and frequency
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Plan for computer purchase: preassembled or custom
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Motherboard
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Random Access Memory (RAM)
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Adapter cards add functionality to a computer system
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Storage Devices and Requirements
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Peripheral device purposes and requirements
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Determining Appropriate Components and Peripheral Devices
Importance of UPS and Surge Protector
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Install, Verify and Upgrade Components and Peripherals
Computer Repair Best Practices
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Install, Verify and Upgrade Components and Peripherals
Connect Computer System components and verify operation
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Install, Verify and Upgrade Components and Peripherals
Installing Peripherals and Verifying Operation
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Summary
Computers are used all over the world and in all types of environments including: government, medical, education, manufacturing, legal and leisure. There are many different types of computers available including: Mainframes, Servers, Desktop PCs, Workstations, Laptops and Hand-held portable devices. Data is represented by binary digits (bits) organized into bytes (B), kilobytes (kB ), megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB), and terabytes (TB). Data transfer rates are measured by bits per second. Computer screen resolution is measured in pixels. Analog frequencies, wireless transmissions and radio frequencies are measured in Hertz. Things to consider when purchasing a computer: Motherboard, CPU, RAM, Adapter Cards, Storage, Peripherals, UPS, Surge Suppressors Computers are a collection of very complex components and peripherals. Safety procedures must be followed when working inside a computer, both to protect the equipment and prevent harm to the technician.
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