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Lesson 3
Computer Performance and Features
Objectives
After completing this lesson, you will be able to:
Identify and compare the features of different types
of computers.
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Types of Computers
Desktop Computers
Are made up of individual components (monitor, a
keyboard, a system unit, and a printer).
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Laptop Computers
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Handheld Computers
Are devices used for specific everyday tasks,
such as managing personal data.
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Tablet Computers
Term
Description
Bit
Byte
Kilobyte
Megabyte
Gigabyte
Terabyte
Computer Performance
Important factors that affect the overall
performance of the computer:
CPU Speed
Hard Disk Factors
RAM
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CPU Speed
Hard Disk
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RAM
Productivity Programs
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Presentation Programs
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Spreadsheet Programs
Database Programs
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Graphics Programs
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Communication Programs
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E-mail messages
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Chat programs
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Objectives
After completing this lesson, you will be able to:
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Desktop
Taskbar
Notification Area
Start
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Open a program
1.
Click Start
2.
3.
Point to Accessories
4.
Click Paint
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Move a window
1.
2.
3.
Release the
mouse button
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Menu Bar
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A menu bar is a
rectangular bar,
usually at the top, in
which you can select
menus.
Toolbar
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A toolbar can be a
horizontal or vertical
block of on-screen
buttons or icons.
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Practices
Managing Files and Folders
Please follow these steps:
Open
Microsoft Digital Lite
racy site
Click on Computer
Basics module.
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Practices
Performing Basic File Operation
Please follow these steps:
Open
Microsoft Digital Lite
racy site
Click on Computer
Basics module.
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Questions
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