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How is processor speed espressed?
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Processor Speed is expressed in megahertz (MHz) of gigahertz (GHz). Giga is faster than mega.
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What are examples of input devices?
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Examples of input devices include but not limited to keyboards, a mouse or mice, microphones, scanners, digital cameras, etc.
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What are examples of output devices?
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Examples of output devices include but not limited to monitor, projector, printer, speakers, document camera, etc.
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Kinds of storage devices.
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Storage devices include internal storage devices (hard drive) and external storage devices (USB/ Flash Drives, CD/ROM, CD-R/RW, external hard disk drives, DVD- ROM.
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How does a user connect to a computer via any device?
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All devices must communicate with a computer of use via a "port" The connection via port is done on the back of the computer in most models.
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What are the 3 major types of connection to the internet?
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The three major types are ISDN, DSL, and Cable. Cable is used with a cable line while the others use a phone line.
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What are the 3 major operating systems?
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The 3 major types of operating systems are Windows, Macintosh, and Linux. Windows and Macintosh are usually centered towards a specific brand of computer.
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What is a CPU?
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The CPU is the Central Processing Unit. It is generally a 2 inch ceramic square with a silicon chip inside.
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What is the difference between a ink jet printer and a laser jet printer in terms of the output they generate.
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A ink jet printer typically uses ink cartridges and can print in black & white as well as color. A laser jet is jet a printer that uses laser and can print at a high speed capability it typically uses toner and usually prints in black and white.
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What is RAM?
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RAM is Random Access Memory. The more RAM a computer has the faster it is and the more things it can do at the same time. It is measured in Megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB).
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