computer fundamentals introduction to computers
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Computer FundamentalsIntroduction to Computers
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Learning Goals
Today I am: Describing – in detail – the five components of a computer
So that I can: Understand how these pieces fit into the “bigger picture”
I’ll know I’ve got it if: I can explain what each component is and what its function is
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Information Processing Cycle
Collects data (input) Processing
Produces information
(output)
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Computer Components
A computer contains many electric, electronic, and mechanical components known as hardware
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5 Components of a Traditional PC
Input device
Output device
System unit
External Storage device
Communications device
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Computer Components
Input device: allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer
Keyboard
Mouse
Scanner
Digital camera
Touch screen
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Computer Components
Output device: hardware component that conveys information to one or more people
Monitor
Speakers
Projector
Printers
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Computer Components
System Unit: Case that contains the electronic components of the computer that are used to process data
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Computer Components
External Storage Device: Holds data, instructions, and information for future use
USB flash drive
Mobile devices (your iPod!)
External drive
Zip drive
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Computer Components
Communications device: Enables a computer to send and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers or mobile devices
WiFi network
Router
Modem