...| Domain 1.0 Hardware | 1.1 Categorize storage devices and backup media | * FDD | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices | | * HDD | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Solid state vs. magnetic | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Optical drives | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * CD / DVD / RW / Blu-Ray | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Removable storage | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Tape drive | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * Solid state (e.g. thumb drive, flash, SD cards, USB) | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | * External CD-RW and hard drive | Personal Computer Components, Storage Devices Installing and Configuring System Components, Install and Configure Storage Devices | | ...
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...HARDWARE BASICS Computer History Computer Classification PCs Personal Computers Monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers A high-end desktop computer with massive computing power. Desktop Computers Workstations Portable Computers • Laptop computers— sometimes called notebook computers— designed for portability • Netbooks are extrasmall, extra-light, nofrills computers Handheld Devices Personal digital assistants (PDAs) Smart phones combine the functions of a phone, camera, PDA, game machine, and music/video player. Tablet computers bridge the gap between smart phone and notebook/netbook PC. Smart phone Servers Server: A computer that provides other computers connected to a network with access to data, programs, and other resources Any desktop computer can be used as a server but some are specifically designed for this purpose. Servers have faster processors, more memory, or faster network connections. Often clustered together in groups to increase processing power Supercomputers Typical supercomputer is constructed out of thousands of microprocessors. Power users with special requirements need access to fastest, most powerful computers. Computer Ethics Know the rules and the law. Don’t assume that it’s okay if it’s legal. Think scenarios. When in doubt, talk it out. Make yourself proud. Remember the golden rule. Take the long view. Do your...
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...Name: Alex Rahm APCS A (HW Ch1 – Hardware & Internet Vocab) Read pages 2-24 and complete the following vocabulary list. If you need an additional source, check out a free online dictionary of computing at http://foldoc.org/. 1.0 Basic Computer Processing, Software Categories, Digitization |1 |hardware |The physical, touchable, material parts of a computer or other system. The term is used to | | | |distinguish these fixed parts of a system from the more changeable software or data components | | | |which it executes, stores, or carries. | | | | | |2 |program |The instructions executed by a computer, as opposed to the physical device on which they run the | | | |hardware | | | | | |3 |software* |the programs and other operating information used by a computer. | | | ...
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...users regarding hardware, software, and network related problems • Identifies problem sources to resolve hardware and software failures and malfunctions • Provides specialized user support services including the timely diagnosis and resolution of problems and malfunctions in computer applications • Performs setup and installation of computers, networks, peripherals, and software for users • Prepares hardware, software, and procedural documentation • Performs network administration functions including creation, deletion, maintenance, and assignments of rights to users, groups, and shared files • Assists in optimizing computer and network performance and monitors the network to ensure reliability and availability • Researches and evaluates computer and network software and hardware to determine their utility • Maintains current knowledge of technological advances in computers and peripheral equipment, software, operating systems, and networks • Works cooperatively with other department staff in assisting and resolving user technical problems • Conducts and participates in training and retraining of users as required • Documents problems relating to hardware, software, and networks, resolving them independently or referring them to appropriate staff or outside vendors as needed • Assures the compatibility of new equipment with existing systems; assists team in proactively identifying and specifying new technologies • Diagnoses and...
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...Module ICT Literacy for Secondary School Programme Computer Hardware System Unit PUSAT PERKEMBANGAN KURIKULUM KEMENTERIAN PELAJARAN MALAYSIA ICTL For Secondary School - Computer Hardware Module MODULE 3 SYSTEM UNIT Curriculum Development Centre Ministry of Education Malaysia 1 ICTL For Secondary School - Computer Hardware Module 1. Name of Module : System Unit 2. Learning Outcomes: The students should be able to: • • • identify the components of a system unit state the functions of the main components of a system unit state the functions of cpu, ram, rom and expansions slots found on the motherboard 3. Knowledge and Skills: • main components in the computer system 4. Module Summary: • • • At the end of the module, a student is able to : identify main components of system unit and motherboard state the functions of main components of system unit state the functions of CPU, RAM, ROM and expansion slot This module contains 2 activities: Activity 1 : Identify the components of a system unit Activity 2 : Identify the components of a motherboard As you are doing this module, use the computer in the lab to identify the components in the system unit. 2 ICTL For Secondary School - Computer Hardware Module Notes: What is system unit? Box-like case that contains computer’s electronic components Sometimes called the chassis Figure 1 Examples of System Unit 3 ICTL For Secondary School - Computer Hardware Module Activity 1 : Identify the components of a system unit...
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...CSC-105 NE Spring 2016 Study Guide – Chapters 1, 2, 3 & 4 &Videos Chapter 1: Introduction to Information Technology: The Future Now 1. Robots – automatics devices that perform functions ordinarily performed by human beings 2. Online learning (Distance learning) - is designed to provide students with additional learning opportunities & instructors with additional teaching tools (e-learning) 3. Telemedicine, Campus Cruiser (portals) – medical care via telecommunications - 4. Computer / IT uses 5. Cyberspace – encompasses not only the online world & the Internet in particular but also the whole wired & wireless world of communications in general 6. Internet – is a worldwide computer network that connects hundreds of thousands of smaller networks/ World wide web – often called the web – an interconnected system of internet computers (servers) that support specially formatted documents in multimedia form 7. Multimedia files – technology that presents information in more than one medium, such as texts, still images, moving images & sound. 8. Networks A. Client – are linked by a wired or wireless network. The entire network is called client server network / Server Networks – is a central computer that holds collections of data (databases) & programs for connecting or supplying services to PC’s workstations & other devices which are called clients B. Peer to Peer Network 9. Hardware - consists of all the machinery & equipment in a computer system (Keyboard, screen)/ Software – (programs)...
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...Report to compare and contrast the hardware specification of two Laptops/Desktops or Servers. Executive Summary For the purpose of this report, I will be comparing two different computers and comparing the various aspects of hardware specifications of the two separate platforms in detail, including performance in terms of processor, memory and storage. The first computer I have chosen for this report is a 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, which is a powerful laptop, also known as a notebook. This computer is made by a company called Apple, which is possibly the most desirable brand in the computer hardware market today. The second computer I have chosen, for which to compare against the MacBook Pro, is the 27-inch iMac with Retina display, which is an innovative and modern desktop which is also a product of the company Apple. The reason I have chosen these two computers for this report is in part because they are from the same company, and a company which, according to the Forbes website, is number 1 on the list of the world’s most valuable technology brands. (Forbes 2014). Due to the prestigious position of the Apple Company, both these computers will no doubt have been built using the most up to date technology, the best engineers and designers, and the best possible materials. By using the same brand, we will be given a good insight into the differences between the most powerful laptop and the most powerful desktop which were both designed using the best...
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...that is saved to another storage medium e.g. a 3.5” disk. Bandwidth: in computing and communications, the rate of data transmission, measured in bits per second (bps). Bar code: a pattern of bars and spaces that can be read by a scanner into a computer. Bar codes are widely used in retailing. Bit: a binary digit – either 1 or 0. Blind carbon copy: an e-mail message sent to multiple recipients who do not know each other’s identities. Bundling: the computer industry practice of selling different, often unrelated, products in a single package. Byte: a collection of bits, usually 8, that represents a single character. CAD: computer-aided design, the use of computers in creating and editing design drawings. CAL: computer-aided learning, the use of computers in education and training. The computer displays information to a student and then ‘asks’ questions on the information given. CAM: computer-aided manufacturing, the use of computers to control production processes. Carbon copy: in e-mail, a duplicate copy of a message sent to multiple recipients. CD-ROM: a compact disc read-only memory is a computer storage medium with a capacity of 650 megabytes. Clip art: small graphics used to liven up documents and presentations. Computer simulation: a representation of a real-life situation in a computer program. An example would be the computer simulation of an airline flight. Corruption: the accidental alteration of data saved on any storage medium. CPU: the central...
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...Integrative Network Design Project Abstract Kudler Fine Foods is currently seeking to connect three locations via a Wide Area Network (WAN), create a wireless local area network (WLAN) in each store and add a voice over internet protocol phone system throughout the network. The purpose of this paper is to lay out a design that will accomplish these goals and includes the ability to expand beyond the current stores. Hardware and Software All computer networks are comprised of hardware components and software. Kudler Fine Foods has three locations and each of these locations require their own hardware components. The software components of the network will also need to be installed at each of the locations. The hardware components of the network, that will be located at each site, are a router, switch, firewall, end nodes, and wireless access points. A router will be used to allow each site to communicate with the other locations. A switch will be used to connect all of the point of sale terminals and user terminals with the router. A hardware firewall will be placed between the internet and the router to prevent unauthorized access to the system. The term end node refers to any device that is connected to the end of the wired or wireless network. End nodes, or end devices include user desktops, point of sale terminals, and server in this particular case. The wireless access points will be configured to only allow company approved devices access. The devices that are...
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...Program Material Appendix A Key Computer Terms CheckPoint Definitions and Usage of Information Technology Infrastructure Components and Technologies The following terms are examples of information technology infrastructure components and technologies used in business. Research definitions using the Internet. You will write a definition of each term and provide at least two examples of the component or technology. Provide citations and references for all resources. |Term |Definition |References |Examples | | | | |(At least two) | |Hardware |Physical parts of a computer system |http://www.techterms.com/def|Monitor and mouse | | | |inition/hardware | | |Software |organized collections of computer |http://www.openprojects.org/|Antivirus and Microsoft | | |data and instructions |software-definition.htm |Office Suites | |Data management technology |General term that covers broad range|http://www.techterms.com/def|Data design, Data storage, | | |of dat applications |inition/datamanagement ...
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...a user forms the pitfalls and challenges that an all-pervasive network such as the Internet poses. As a drastic change in pc hardware is not feasible largely due to economic reasons, palladium hopes to introduce a minimal change in this front. A paradigm shift is awaited in this scenario with the advent of usage of palladium, thus making content protection a shared concern of both software and hardware. In the course of this paper the revolutionary aspects of palladium are discussed in detail. 2: INTRODUCTION Cryptography is the method in which a message or file, called plain text, is taken and encrypted into cipher text in such a way that only authorized people know how to convert it back to plain text. This is done commonly in four ways: Secret key cryptography, public key cryptography, one way function cryptography and digital signatures. Unless the encryption technique used is very complex it is possible, with some effort, for crackers to decrypt files. Palladium is the code name for a revolutionary set of “features” for the “windows” operating system. The code name of this initiative –“palladium”, is a moniker drawn from the Greek mythological goddess of wisdom and protector of civilized life. Till date most forms of data security have been software oriented with little or no hardware involvement. Palladium can be touted as the first technology to develop...
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...networking, IT services, storage products. It also offers mobility and desktop PC products, software and peripheral products. - Mobility and desktop PC products: Dell’s Latitude, Vostro, Dell Precision, XPS are lines of mobility notebooks/laptops are designed to customize technology, services, and to suit the specific needs of individuals and businesses. - Servers and Networking: It offers standards-based PowerEdge line of servers including PowerEdge Tower Servers, PowerEdge Rack Servers, and PowerEdge Server. - Peripherals: Dell offers Dell-branded printers and displays and a multitude of third-party peripheral products, such as printers, televisions, notebook accessories, mice, keyboards, networking and wireless products, digital cameras, and other products. - Software: Dell also offer a range of third-party software products, including operating systems, business and office applications, anti-virus and related security software, entertainment software and others . - IT Services: Dell global services business offers a broad range of configurable IT services that help to implement, manage IT operations. - Storage products: Dell offers a portfolio of Dell-branded and third-party advanced storage solutions Apple’s products include the Macintosh (Mac) family of personal computers, Mac Servers, the iconic iPod portable music player, the iPhone, the iPad. Moreover, Apple offer other products/services like iTunes Store, MobileMe, and peripherals including application software...
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...from you. On the other hand, if no-one else can do what you do, then you can often have tremendous strength. Threat of Substitution: This is affected by the ability of your customers to find a different way of doing what you do - for example, if you supply a unique software product that automates an important process, people may substitute by doing the process manually or by outsourcing it. If substitution is easy and substitution is viable, then this weakens your power. Threat of New Entry: Power is also affected by the ability of people to enter your market. If it costs little in time or money to enter your market and compete effectively, if there are few economies of scale in place, or if you have little protection for your key technologies, then new competitors...
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... The Company designs, manufactures and markets personal computers and related software, services, peripherals and networking solutions. Apple computers also designs, develops, and markets a line of portable digital music players along with related accessories and services. The company’s situation, marketing strategies and mix relate to the quality value of Apple products and services such as the Macintosh line of desktop and notebook computers, the iPod line of portable digital music players, the Xserve server and Xserve RAID storage products, a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications, the Mac operating system, the iTunes Store, portfolio of peripherals that support and enhance the Macintosh and iPod product lines, and a variety of other service and support offerings and sells its products worldwide through its online stores, its retail stores, its direct sales force and third party wholesalers, resellers and value-added resellers and sells products for the purpose of education, consumer, creative professional, business as well as government customers. Situational Analysis History/Background Apple Computers was incorporated under the laws of the State of California last January 1977 as Apple designs, manufactures and markets personal computers and related software, services, peripherals and networking solutions. The Company also designs, develops and markets a line of portable digital music players...
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...Computer Organization The dictionary definition of the term “organizing” is “to put together into an orderly, functional, structured whole”. Therefore, this term applies to Computer Organization because it tries “to put together into an orderly, functional, structured whole” the main components of computers and the way computers are organized. Modern computer technology requires professionals of every computing specialty to understand both hardware and software. The interaction between hardware and software at a variety of levels also offers a framework for understanding the fundamentals of computing. Whether our primary interacts is hardware or software, Information Technology, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, the central ideas in Computer Organization is the same. Thus, the emphasis of this is to show the relationship between hardware and software and to focus on the concepts that are the basis for current computers. The computer lies at the heart of computing. Without it, most of the computing disciplines today would be a branch of theoretical mathematics. To be a professional in any field of computing today, one should not regard the computer as just black box that executes program by magic. We, students of computing should acquire some understanding and appreciation of a computer system’s functional components, their characteristics, their performance, and their instruction. There are practical implications as well. In describing computer systems, a distinguishing...
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