module 1.2 buying a computer theme: data processing for your business
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Buying a computer! Where to start…
• Personalizing your choices…• Practical advice on deciding on the specifications
of the computer you need to buy.
Specifications for PC’s• Basic components (Grade 10 & 11)
motherboard
CPU
memory
hard drive
screen
mouse
CD/DVD
keyboard
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What is available?What is available?
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Entry-level computers
RAM Hard drive CPUOptical
(CD / DVD)
Operating syste
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Connections(USB / FireWire /
Network / Modem)
Other
Company 1
Company 2
Company 3
Mid-range computers
Company 1
Company 2
Company 3
Top-range computers
Company 1
Company 2
Company 3
What do you want to use your computer for?
• Tasks to be done
• Graphics / video / design
• Games
• Basic office work• Refer to table p13
Peripherals and other devices
Quality equipment will enhance your computing experience
Ergonomics in the working environment
-Taking the whole person in account
-Factors that must be taken into consideration