WFA Technology Assignment #1

ComputerBasics Notes

Go to: and fill in the blanks about computers. You must READ to find the answers.

Computer: A computer is an

You can use a computer for

Computers Consist of Two Basic Parts:

Hardware

Software

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Types of Computers: List 3 different types of computers in the box below:

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What are the two main styles of computers?

What operating system is typically included with a PC?

Who makes the Mac computer?

Go to: and take notes on the insides of a computer.

CPU/Processors:

The CPU is sometimes called the of the computer. Its job is to

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RAM

If you don’t have enough RAM what happens to your computer?

4GB of RAM is good for regular users. 8GB of Ram is good for gamers.

Hard Drive: The hard drive is where is installed and documents are stored.

The faster the hard drive is the faster your computer can

500GB of Hard Drive is good for regular users. 1TB of Hard Drive is good for gamers.

WFA Technology Assignment #2

Application SoftwareOperating Systems

Application Software

Directions: Fill in the blanks about what each application software is used for. If you need help, a good website is:

  1. In Microsoft Word you create
  1. In Microsoft Excel you create
  1. In Microsoft Power Point you create

Operating Systems

Directions:Go to: and fill in the blanks about operating systems

An Operating system manages all the

Without an Operating System a computer is useless.

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There are 3 types of Operating Systems available:

Microsoft Windows – The most recent version of windows is called

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Mac – Who created the Mac line of Operating systems?

Why do more people use Windows instead of Mac?

Linux – A big advantage of Linus is that it is

Of the 3 operating systems which one is the most popular in the world?

Mac vs Linux vs Windows (Which one should we choose?)

Directions: Using the internet links below research the 3 operating systems and fill in the following chart.

Mac vs Windows

Linux vs Windows

Windows / Macintosh / Linux
Security
Price
Ease of Use
Support

After researching the 3 operating systems, what operating system would you use and why?

WFA Technology

Computer DrawingAssignment #3

Directions: Open Microsoft Word.

Using the Shapes (Click Insert – Shapes)create the following computer drawing of a desktop pc.

Using a text box (Click Insert- Text Box – Draw Text Box)Label each part of the computer.

Use the arrow shape to point to each part.

You must include & label:

Monitor

CPU

CD Drive

Mouse

Speaker

Keyboard

USB Port

WFA TechnologyAssignment #4

Buying a Computer

Directions: You are buying a new desktopPC computer. You want Windows 8 Home Edition and Microsoft Office 2010 Home & Student. You would like a large flat panel monitor but you have a limited budget of$800 for everything (all hardware and software). Research the cost of your new computer system and fill in the table below. Suggested computer websites:

Fill in the table with your information. When completed explain in the area below what computer you would purchase & why.

#1 / #2 / #3
Windows 8 / Windows 8 / Windows 8 / Windows 8
Office 2010 / Home & Student / Home & Student / Home & Student
Brand of Computer (Ex Dell, Compaq)
Processor (brand & speed)
RAM – (Memory amount SDRAM)
Minimum 4GB
Hard drive (size)
Minimum 500GB
Monitor (type & size)
Warranty
Extras
Total Price

Which computer would you purchase and why?

WFA TechnologyAssignment #5

Computer Review

Directions/ Fill in the Blanks:

Answer the following questions regarding computers. These questions and answers were discussed in class and on previous notes. You are responsible for knowing the answers to all items discussed in class.

  1. ______invented Apple in 1976.
  1. ______is the current operating system installed on our school computers.
  1. CPU stands for ______.
  1. ______invented Microsoft in 1975.
  1. ______is the software used to create presentations.
  1. ______is the software to create documents.
  1. ______is the software to create spreadsheets.
  1. The ______is where documents are stored on a computer.
  1. A big advantage to the Linux operating system is that it is ______.
  1. All the parts of the computer you can touch are called ______.

Bonus: The current version of Windows operating system shipping is called ______.