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Features of a Computer
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- 1The Processor: The higher number the faster it is. Does all the calculations, it is the “Brain” of the computer. Measured in GHz.The Memory:
The RAM. Temporary. Higher the RAM the more you can do at the same time. Better graphics and video require more RAM. - 2Hard Drive Size: Primary storage area. Measured in Bytes (Gigabytes). 1000 Gigabytes = Terabyte. The bigger the more data can be stored.Wireless Enabled:
Pickup WiFi signals. Connect to the internet. Slower than a cable due to distortion. Can’t travel through lots of thick walls. Connect other devices together. - 3USB Connection: Universal Serial Bus. Most common. Many peripheral are connected this way. Good to have lots of USB ports.Sound/Graphic Card:
Fix to the main motherboard. Play, record and display graphics. If you use a lot of sound/graphics it is an important thing to consider. Gamers usually have expensive graphic cards. - 4Optical Drive: CD or DVD drive. Allows you to install software, listen to music and watch films. Some allow you to burn CDs/DVDs. Handful of data transfer, backup and archiving.
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- GCSE GCSE ICT Flashcards on Features of a Computer, created by Laura Mitchell on 10/05/2013.
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