Technology

Technology

1. Desktops

   • Characteristics
     • In-home/office computer
     • Usually monitor and tower (computer) are separated
     • Biggest of the devices
   • Pros
     • stable internet
     • Typically faster speeds
     • Disc Drive
   • Cons
     • Not mobile
     • Sits at a Desk

2. Laptops/ notebooks

   • Characteristics
     • Medium sized devices
     • connects to WIFI
     • Keyboard built in
   • Pros
     • Portable
     • Good for note taking
     • Holds movies, games, books
   • Cons
     • Speed depends on WIFI available
     • limited storage
     • Limited Firewalls

3. Mobile Devices/ Tablets

   • Characteristics
     • Mobile Telephones
     • Use WIFI and Cellular Data
     • Smallest of Devices
   • Pros
     • Take anywhere
     • Easily connect with peers
     • Mini Computer
   • Cons
     • Subject to Hackers
     • Easily Broken
     • Very limited storage