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Computer Science 1
Quarter 1 - Module 2:
Introduction to Computers
(with Computer Hardware)
Computer Science 1 – Grade 7 - STE
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1
First Edition, 2020

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Computer Science 1
Quarter 1 - Module 2:
Introduction to Computers
(with Computer Hardware)
 Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Welcome to Computer Science 1 STE 7 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on
Introduction to Computers (with Computer Hardware).

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from
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For the learner:

Welcome to Computer Science 1 STE 7 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on
Introduction to Computers (with Computer Hardware).
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 What I Nee

This module encourages you to be familiar with the introduction on computers, definition of a computer, and its typ
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
define computer;
identify the types and parts of computer;
classify the different hardware devices (Input, Output, Process and Storage Devices): and
appreciate the work productivity of humans.

What I Know

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer based on your prior knowledge about
computers. Write your answer on the space provided before each number.
1. Which of the following is NOT considered an ability of a computer?
A. innovate ideas B. process information
C. retrieve info D. store data

For items 2– 4, please refer to Table 1 below:

Table 1: Computer Devices
A. Input devices B. Output devices C. Process devices D. Storage devices

2. This term refers to the devices or equipment that send information to the
computer. It provides the data to be processed by the computer.

3. This device converts data from the computer into a form that can be read and
sensed by the user.

4. It is a device that is capable of storing and retrieving data

5. Which of the following types of computer has the highest computing power?
A. mainframe computers B. micro computers
C. mini computers D. super computers
 6. Which of the following types of computer does Smart TV belong?
A. embedded computers B. information appliances
C. servers D. workstation
7. It refers to the ability of a computer to receive information being placed by a user?
A. accept data B. process information
C. retrieve info D. store data
8. Which of the following parts of a computer is considered as an input device?
A. keyboard B. monitor
C. printer D. speaker
9. Which of the following parts of a computer is considered as an output device?
A. mouse B. microphone
C. printer D. scanner
10. What type of computer will you commonly see in large companies that provide
services to client computers?
A. embedded computers B. information appliances
C. servers D. workstation
11. Which of the following is not a process device?
A. CPU B. headphones
C. motherboard D. video card
12. Which of the following is not an output device?
A. monitor B. printer
C. sound card D. speaker

For items 13 – 15, please refer to Figure 1 and choices below. Choose the letter that
should be written in the flow chart of Computer Information Processing Cycle.

Input 13. 14.

15.

Figure 1: Computer Information Processing Cycle

A. Output B. Process C. Storage

13.

14.

15.
 What’s In

Computers, as we seen to this day, evolved from simple machines years ago to more
complex ones that we use and recognize today.
Directions: Below are some milestones in the history of computers, arrange these words
according to which was invented from earliest to latest based on the flowchart
below. Write your answer on the boxes below.

Artificial Intelligence Jacquard Loom Transistors

Different and Analytical Engines Microprocessors Vacuum Tubes
Integrated Circuits Pascaline

What’s New

Directions: Read the following statements that compare humans to computers. Write C if
you think that the statement only refers to computers, write H if it refers to only
humans and B if it refers to both humans and computers.
Table 1: Attributes of Humans and Computers

1. Has the ability to accept information

2. Capable of processing data
3. Express different kinds of emotion
4. Perform multiple complex calculation in a short period of time
5. Can display or convey processed information
6. Can store and retrieve information
7. Has the ability to improve independently
8. Being creative and innovative in solving problem
 As one can notice, there are tasks that both humans and computers can do. There
are also task that either only humans or computers can do. Always remember that
computers are only as good as the user. Humans must be responsible in using computers
as well as to maximize its use.
Guide Question:
As you answered Table 1, you can summarize that there are attributes that both
humans and computers can perform and things that only humans or computers can do.
Write your answers in Table 2 below.
1. Can you enumerate the attributes that only humans can do?
2. Can you enumerate the attributes that only computers can do?
3. Can you enumerate the attributes that both humans and computers can do?

Table 2: Comparison of Humans to Computers

Only Humans Only Computers Both Humans and Computers

Now that you know about the attributes of both humans and computers, you can now
be able to provide a good definition of a computer based on the attributes given in Table 2.

What is It

DEFINITION OF COMPUTER
1. Definition of Computers
Computers are very similar to humans in a way that it can do tasks that humans can
do. Computers are restricted to what humans programmed or task it what to do. Earlier
times, computers are defined as people whose task is to perform calculations or
computers thus the name implies. Today, computers are define as an electronic machine
with these important attributes:
 Has the ability to accept data (input);

 Capable of processing and manipulate information (process);

 Able to store and retrieve data (storage); and

 Can produce outputs that can be perceived by the user (output).

 2. Information Processing Cycle
As for computers, it follows the Information Processing Cycle, in which computers are
able to accept information (thus the input function), then the input information will then be
processed (process function) by the computers based on how it was programmed by
humans. This information can be stored (storage function) as well, after which an output
can be produced (output function). The Information Processing Cycle can be summarized
in Figure 2.
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If the user chooses to save the data it will be then placed in the computer memory.
Figure 2: Information Processing Cycle of Computer

All computers follow this process and it is essentially how computers work. All
computer functions starts with the input to be provided by the user, then will be processed
or stored by the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU) and lastly the computer will
provide an output that the user will be able to see.
In the following situation, the user records a voice over that will be processed by the
computer for the user to listen as shown in Figure 3.

Storage/Retrieval
The user may save the recorded
sound to be retrieved for later use

Input
Process Output
Using a
The computer will process Through the
microphone the user
the sound. Depending on the use of speakers, the
will record his/her
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command of the user, for sound that can be heard
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Figure 3: Information Processing Cycle Example

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TYPES OF COMPUTERS
Computers can be classified based on its physical size and based on its functionality.
Classification of Computers (based on Physical Size)
1. Super computers
Super computers are the world’s largest and fastest computers. These type of
computers are only available in scientific laboratories that needs highest level of
performance and fastest computation speeds. Super computers commonly occupy
an entire room due to its large size. These computers’ usage ranges from weather
forecasting, engineering, research, and military purposes. In terms of storage, super
computers provided huge amount of storage thus more data can be stored.
Super computers are also available in the Philippines. The first one is located in
National Computer Center at the University of the Philippines which is under
Department of Science and Technology (DOST). This was utilized by Philippine
Genome Center (PGC), Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical
Services Administration (PAGASA) and Project Nationwide Operational Assessment
of Hazards (Project NOAH).

Figure 4: One rack of IBM Blue Gene P Figure 5: IBM Blue Gene P supercomputer Model
supercomputer Model donated to Department also the model used by Department of Science and
of Science and Technology - Philippines Technology - Philippines
Source: (https://vi-seem.eu/icam-bluegenep/) Source: (https://www.flickr.com/
photosargonne/3334947628/)
 2. Mainframe computers
PCs
Mainframe computers are second to
super computers in terms of processing
and storage capabilities, price and size.
Mainframe computers are commonly used Ethernet HUB
by large organizations and companies for
Front End CPU
their operations such as data processing,
Processor
transaction processing and data banks.

Terminals

Tape
Drives

Disk
Drives

Figure 6: IBM System z9 an example of

Mainframe computer Source: Figure 7: Mainframe Computer Set-up Source:
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3. Mini computers
Mini computers are also called as midrange computers due to the fact that their
processing power lies between mainframe computers and micro computers. Mini
computers are used by small companies and organizations that usually need
processing capabilities lower than of mainframe computers. Mini computers are
cheaper and easier to maintain and is used for specialized purposes such as control,
instrumentation, monitoring, human interaction and communication. As of today, the
term mini computer may also refer to ‘server”.
Terminals

Disk Tape
CPU
Drives Drives
Figure 8: Mini computer Set-up
Figure 9: IBM System I, example of
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Minicomputer Source:(https://www-
03.ibm.com/press/us/en/ photo/22382.wss)
 4. Micro computers
This type of computer is the most recognizable of all due to its availability to the users
and for being compact in size. This computer are generally available to average consum-
ers which is commonly utilize by an individual for general use such browsing, typing, video
viewing etc. This type of computer commonly serves only one user unlike the other types
that can serve more than one user at a time. This type of computer includes desktop
computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets and smart watches.

Figure 10: Laptop Figure 11: Desktop

Source: (https://pixy.org/103979/ ) Source: (https://www.hiclipart.com/free-
transparent- background-png-clipart-mbudm)

Classification of Computers (based on Functionality)

1. Servers
Servers are essentially dedicated computers, specializing in offering certain
services to users. This services may include the following:
 Providing security (Security Server);
 Database management (Database Servers);
 Organizing large amount of files (File Server);
 Processing of web pages and web applications (Web Server).

Figure 12 shows the different

Client types of server computers that provide
different services to the clients or the
users. Servers should have high
Client processing capabilities and huge
Client
amount of storage capacity.
Database
For instance a user has Facebook
account, he/she has uploaded pictures
to the web server of Facebook, meaning
Web Server the pictures uploaded was saved in the
file servers of Facebook. File servers
provide storage service to Facebook
Mail Server users.
Client
Application Server

Figure 12: Different Types of Server Computer

Source: (http://www.functionx.com/networking/Lesson06.htm)
 2. Workstations
Workstations are essentially your
desktop computers. It primarily serves
only one user at a time. Based on Figure
13, servers provide services to its
clients. These clients are essentially the
workstations, comparatively to the
scenario in which the government acts as
the server while the people are the
workstations. Figure 13: Workstation Computer
Source: (https://www.marcorsyscom.marines.mil/
Workstations to this day have Photos/igphoto/2001762189/)
another definition. These are types of
computer that has higher specifications than normal personal computer. The user, for
instance, a videographer may choose a video editing workstation that has higher
graphical capacity than an ordinary desktop computer as well as engineers that
may opt to use an engineering workstation that has the capacity to smoothly run that
they need in their field of specialization. In summary, workstations are for highly
specialized tasks.

3. Information Appliances
Portability is the main attribute of information appliances. These
type of computers are programmed to do limited set of tasks such as
browsing the internet, playing multimedia files and making calls. Storage
capacity as well as processing capabilities are limited as well. This type
of computer is also termed as mobile devices. Smartphones, laptops,
and tablets are information appliances.

Figure 14: The first smartphone: IBM Simon

Source: (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wikiFile:IBM_Simon_Personal_Communicator_
(OTD).png)

4. Embedded Computers
Embedded computers are specific and the
simplest. This type of computer can only perform
very specific task that is programmed in their
memories. Some of these can be programmed
while others cannot be modified. This computer
has a specific function within a larger computer
system.
Embedded computers are only used to
operate a specific type of device. This type of
computer is used in DVD players, washing
machines and other home appliances. Figure 15: Arduino UNO an example of
Embedded Computer
Source: (https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/
arduino-a-technical/9781491934319/ch04.html )
 CHALLENGE YOURSELF 2
Directions: Complete the chart below about the types of computer. Write your answer in a separate sheet of pape

COMPUTER HARDWARE DEVICES

Computers are composed of three major elements. These elements are important for
a computer to perform its function to the fullest. These elements include the following:
 Hardware - pertains to the physical parts of the computer system
 Software - these are the programs that provide instruction to execute a user’s
command
 Peopleware - simply the people that interacts with the system especially those
who have vast knowledge on how computers work.
The focus of this module is on computer hardware. Software and Peopleware will be
discussed after this module
Computer’s hardware can be classified based on how each part interacts with the
data. This classification is also in line with the definition of computers. Computer hardware
are classified as:
 Input Devices - devices that acquire signals from the user sending it to the
computer system. This device allow the entry of data into the computer
system.
 Process Devices - devices that handle information to process it into a more
useful one. Process devices also manage the storage and retrieval of data.
 Storage Devices - equipment that is utilized to store data.
 Output Devices - parts of the computer that sends data from the system to
other systems or to the users.
 1. Input Devices
Input devices can be classified based on what input signals these devices can accept
or read.

Input Types Function

Device
Keyboard  Standard Allows the entry
Keyboard of information
 Virtual Keyboard into the
 Numeric Keyboard computer such
Figure 15: Standard Computer Keyboard
 Gaming Keyboard as letters, Source: (https://
numbers as well search.creativecommons.org/
as symbols. photos/121c0cc3-79c0-4ed0-ab8e-
39db440883c0 )

Input Types Function

Device
Pointing  Mouse The main function
Devices  Trackpad of pointing
 Touchscreen devices is to
 Joystick manage the
 Stylus pen movement and Figure 16: Mouse
Source:
placing of cursor.
(https://webstockreview.net/
pict/getfirst)

Input Types Function

Device
Scanning  Scanners It acquires data
and  RFID through scanning
Reading  QR Code Scanner and converting data
Devices into digital format.
 Barcode Scanner

Figure 17: Scanner

Source: (https://epson.com/faq/ SPT_B11B205221~faq-220229# )

Input Types Function

Device
Video  Video Camera Captures visual
Input  Webcam media such as
devices  Digital Camera pictures, videos
Figure 18: Digital Camera
and sound
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 Input Types Function
Device
Audio  Microphone Allows the
Input  Voice-recognition acquisition and
Devices device communication to
computer using
sound
Figure 19: Microphone
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Input Types Function

Device
Biometric  Fingerprint Captures unique
Devices scanner physical traits of
 Eye and the user
Iris scanner
 Facial recognition )

device Figure 20: Fingerprint Scanner

Source:
(https://www.bayometric.com/
biometric-devices-cost/ ?)

2. Processing Devices
Processing devices manipulates different type of input signals from input devices to
be sent to output devices or saved in storage devices.

Process Device Function

Motherboard Connects all the components of
the computer
Central Organizes the general
Processing Unit processing tasks of the
(CPU) computer. The higher the CPU
power the faster the system is.
Graphics Organizes the graphical
Processing Unit processing tasks of the
(GPU) computer. Higher GPU means
the computer can accommodate
graphic intensive applications.
Graphics Card An expansion card where the
GPU is located and it aids in the Figure 21: Motherboard (top) and
processing of visual data CPU (bottom)
Source:
Sound Card An expansion card that assists
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in sound/audio processing Processor#/Image:Upgrade-a-Processor-
Network Card An expansion card that assists Step-1-Version-3.jpg )
in connecting to a network
 Parts of System Unit

Power Unit CD—ROM Drive

Hard Drive

Video card

Floppy Disk Drive

RAM

CPU with Heat

Sink Fan

Sound card Network card Motherboard

Figure 22: Parts of System Unit

Source: (https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=computers-inside-hardware-labeling-
worksheet_3 )

This is a diagram that shows the actual placement of process devices in a computer.
Commonly, process devices are enclosed in a CPU case. Other parts of system unit are as
follows:
 Power unit - provides regulated electricity to system unit
 CD-ROM and Floppy Disk drives - these are drives used to read and write
data to CD and Floppy disks respectively
 Heat Sink - it is usually attached near the CPU to manage the heat
generated by the microchip

managing the heat generated by the system unit. This is called as Liquid Cooling System which is common in gaming computer. Some
 Process Device Description/Function
Random Access RAM is the primary memory of the computer system. It is a type of
Memory (RAM) volatile memory that means it loses the data it store if power
(electricity) is lost. RAM is responsible for helping CPU and GPU in
processing data by temporarily storing data. RAM is also
responsible on how many programs or application you can open at
once.
Read-Only ROM is also a primary memory of the computer where it is a type of
Memory (ROM) non-volatile memory, meaning, data are still stored even power is
lost. ROMs are not changeable because of its “read-only” nature. It
is used to store computer’s programs to start the system (start-up
boot). Compact disk ROM (CD-ROM) are example of ROM in
which one cannot erase data on CDs once it is stored.

Figure 23: Random Access Memory (RAM)

Figure 24: Compact Disk Read-Only Memory (CD-
Source: (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/
ROM) Source: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CD-
File:Samsung-1GB-DDR2-Laptop-RAM.jpg)
ROM#/media/ File:CD-ROM_Drive_(Dell).jpg)

3. Output Devices
Output devices produces signals that makes
the data stored in the computer available to users.

Output Types Function

Device
Display  Monitor Displays images
devices  Projector or the data
through visual
Figure 26: Monitor
means Source: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Computer_monitor#/media/
File:Computer_monitor.jpg )

Output Types Function

Device
Printer  Inkjet printer Produces
 Laser printer hardcopy of
electronic data
from the computer
Figure 27: Printer
Source: (https://epson.com/faq/
SPT_C11CC99201~faq-253919
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 Output Types Function
Device
Audio  Speaker Converts
output  Headset/ computer data in
devices earphones the form of sound

Figure 28: Headset

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4. Storage Devices
Storage devices store information from input devices and to be retrieve to output
devices.
Storage Device Function
Hard-disk drives HDD is a slow, long-term storage for computers. It commonly holds
(HDD) all data and application you placed in your system. It has mechanical
parts which makes it less durable than SSD, and it costs cheaper
and can hold more data.

Solid state SSD is a fast long-term storage for computers. It also functions
drives (SSD) similarly with HDD with the advantage of being faster and durable
but at a higher cost of price.
Flash disk It is also known as flash disk, pen drive or USB drive. These are
portable storage that connect to the USB port of computers.
Memory cards This acts as a flash disk for storing data and connects to the
memory card readers of the system.

Figure 25: Memory devices (from

left to right) Flask disk, SDD, 2.5”
HDD (for laptop) and 3.5” HDD (for
desk- top)

Source: (https://www.siyavula.com/
read/cat/grade-12-cat/hardware/02-
hardware?id=sec2-5#sec2-3)

Wait a Minute! Trivia Minute!

Here are the memory equivalent for storage devices, 8 bits = 1 byte
1024 bytes = 1 kilobyte
1024 K = 1 Megabyte = 1,048,576 bytes
1024 Mb = 1 Gigabyte = 10,73,741,824 bytes
1024 Gb = 1 Terabyte = 1,099,511,627,776 bytes
 What’s More

Independent Activity 1: Look a Word, Loop a Word: Computer Definition Edition

Directions: Look for 7 words that are related to the definition of computers. Words are
written horizontally or vertically. Write the answer on the boxes provided.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5
6.
7.

Independent Assessment 1: Go with the FLOW! Let the Definition GROW!

Directions: FLOW: Complete the flowchart about the definition of computers. Write
your answer on the flowchart.

A._ B. D.

C.

GROW: Write the attribute that best corresponds to the activities that computers can
do to data. Write only the letter of the correct answer. The letter in the
flowchart serves as the choices.
1. Speaking in the microphone
2. Hearing the recorded music from the computer.
3. Saving the document that you created.
4. Viewing movies for your Computer assignment.
5. Creating portfolio designs in a computer program

Independent Activity 2: Types of Computer

A. Directions: Identify and arrange the types of computer based on smallest size
to largest size. Write your answer on the box provided.

C. D.
B.
A.
.
B. Directions: Identify the type of computer based on the description and function
given in each item. Write your answer on the space provided before
each description.
Type of Computer Description
Specific and simple
Highly specialized task
Portability
High processing, storage capability and dedicated service

Independent Assessment 2: Fill me up before you go!

Directions: Identify the type of computer based on physical size and functionality in
each item. Choose your answer in the box below. Write your answer in the space provided
before the number. Some words can be used twice.

Embedded computer Mainframe computer Mini computer Supercomputer

Information appliance Micro computer Server Workstation

1. It is the smallest type of computer based on classification on size,

it includes consumer computers like laptops and desktops
2. It is the most powerful computers and also the largest that can occupy
an entire room.
3. Computers that best suits large corporations for their transaction
records.
4. These computers are for small companies that can only handle limited
size of data.
5. These computers are commonly seen in scientific laboratories
and military facilities.

6. This type of computer has ability to do limited set of tasks like browsing
the internet, play multimedia files and making video calls.
7. This type of computers are best suited to do highly specialized task.
These computers are built to focus on one field, for instance, in the
field of video editing.
8. This computer has the function of providing services like providing
additional storage to other computers.
9. Computers of this kind are built for one specific task and it is
commonly used in appliances like rice cookers and radio.
10. These computers include laptops, desktops and mobile phones.
Independent Activity 3: What a P.O.I.S.! (Process, Output, Input Storage)
Directions: Identify the type of computer hardware in each item below. An example is
already given below. Write your answer on counterpart space.
Computer Hardware Type of Hardware
Example: Keyboard Input device
Computer Type of Computer Type of
Hardware Hardware Hardware Hardware
1. Printer 6. Headset
2. Graphical 7. Motherboard
Processing Unit (GPU)
3. Mouse 8. Hard drive
4. Flash Drive 9. Memory card
5. Video card 10. Touchscreen

Independent Assessment 3: Tonyo, The Computer Salesman

Directions: Identify the computer hardware being shown in each picture below. Write
your answer on the space provided before the number.

Help me with my
1. customers’ needs! Help
them identify computer
parts!
2.

3. 7.

4. 8.

5. 9.

6. 10.
 What I Have Learned

You Got the Power!

Directions: Complete the statement below based on the learnings you got from
Introduction to Computers including Computer Hardware. A template
below is provided to give you ideas.
I know that I know things about. First, I know that. Second, I know that,, and finally, I know.
On the other hand, these are the things I want to improve on:
,
,
,
.

Criteria 4 3 2 1
Excellent Best Better Good
Content on Provided 4 or Provided 3 things Provided 2 Provided 1 thing
Things I Know more things that that he/she knows things that he/ that he/she
he/she knows she knows knows
Content on Provided 4 or Provided 3 things Provided 2 Provided 1 thing
Things I Want to more things that that he/she to things that he/ that he/she to
Improve he/she wants to improve she to improve improve
improve
Organization Able to write ALL Able to write 5 – 6 Able to write Able to write
contents in contents in 3 – 4 contents in 1 – 2 contents in
complete complete sentence. complete complete
sentence. sentence. sentence.
Total

Knowing what you can do and what to improve on

is one of a kind ability!
You can do it! Strive harder!
The Level of your Power!
Directions: Assess what level of understanding do you have regarding the different
topics in this module: Introduction to Computers with Computer Hardware
by placing a check mark in each scale rating in the table below.

5 4 3 2 1
Topic Excellent Very Good Fair Poor
Good
1. I can define what a computer is.

2. I can identify the types of

computer based on physical size.

3. I can identify the types of

computer based on functionality.

4. I can classify different types of

computer hardware.

Level of
Scale Description
Understanding
I understood all of the topics and have 100% - 90%
5 Outstanding
accuracy in each of the activities and assessments.

I understood almost all of the topics and have

4 Very Good 80% - 70% accuracy in each of the activities and
assessments.

I understood most of the topics and have 60% - 50%

accuracy in each of the activities and assessments
3 Good
which I need to review a few lessons in order to
improve.

I understood some of the topics and have 40% - 30%

accuracy in each of the activities and assessments
2 Fair
which I need to review and retake most of the
lessons in order to improve.

I understood a few topics and have less than 30%

accuracy in each of the activities and assessments
1 Poor
which I need to review and retake all of the lessons
in order to improve.

What I Can Do Tonya, The Computer

Saleswoman
 Helping others is always the identify the type of computer
best virtue. Help me with my that best suit them.
customers’ needs! Help them

Directions: Identify the type of computer being asked in each

situation below. Write your answer on the space
provided before the number
1. My brother needs a computer that is capable of limited
tasks like browsing the internet, playing movies and
creating documents.

2. I need a computer that will handle a simple task. I just

need my computer to play music no more and no less.

3. I am a scientist that needs a powerful computer that can handle large

amount of data for my experiments.

4. My brother needs a specialized computer for his photography job.

The computer he wants should be able to handle software for photo editing.

5. A business woman is starting to build a business that will provide services to

her customers. The computer she wants should be able to provide storage
services to a lot of her clients.

Tonya, The Computer Saleswoman Part 2

Directions: Identify the part of computer being asked in each situation below. Write
your answer on the space provided before the number
1. I want to upgrade my computer and I want my computer to open more
applications at a time.
2. My computer is very slow in operation and it needs more processing power.

3. I need an output device that will help me listen to my favorite music in my

computer.
4. I am a video streamer and I want to upgrade my computer to handle graphic
intensive processing, what processing device do I need first to upgrade?
5. I want an output device that can produce hardcopies of my data.

is time, help the customers identify the parts of the computer needed in each situation. Remember sharing knowledge is one of the be
 Assessment

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on the space
provided before the number
1. Which attribute of a computer refers to the ability to accept data?
A. input B. process C. output D. storage
2. Which attribute of the computer is applied when a microphone is used to record
voice over?
A. input B. process C. output D. storage

For items 3 – 5, please refer to Table on Types of Computer Devices below:

Table on Types of Computer Devices
A. Input device B. Output device C. Process device D. Storage device

3. This device enables users to store data in computers.

4. It transforms the data from the computer that can be available to the user.
5. A type of hardware that changes the data from the user into electrical signal
that the can be read by the computer.
6. Which of the following types of computer are used for task that requires high
processing power like weather forecasting, scientific research and military
applications?
A. mainframe computers B. micro computers
C. mini computers D. super computers
7. Which type of computer will you expect to be owned by average users as well
in ordinary households?
A. mainframe computers B. micro computers
C. mini computers D. super computers
8. Which of the following device does not belong to the group?
A. keyboard B. mouse
C. scanner D. speaker
9. What type of computer will best serve in a task that requires
providing specialized services to other computers?
A. embedded computers B. information appliances
C. servers D. workstation
10. What type of computer has usually a program that specializes in one specific
task and usually a part of larger computer system?
A. embedded computers B. information appliances
C. servers D. workstation
11. Which of the following is a process device?
A. camera B. headphones
C. touchscreen D. video card
For items 12 – 15, please refer to 10
picture on the right:
1
Diagram of System Unit 9
2
7 8
3
4 6
5

12. Which part of system unit is shown in part 6?

A. CPU B. hard drive
C. power unit D. video card
13. Which part of system unit is shown in part 1?
A. CPU B. hard drive
C. power unit D. video card
14. Which part of system unit should one replace or upgrade to make the
computer open more applications at the same time?
A. part 1 B. part 4
C. part 7 D. part 10
15. Which part of system unit is responsible in providing regulated power to the
system unit?
A. part 1 B. part 4
C. part 7 D. part 10

Additional Activities

Directions: Create a complete concept map about “Introduction to Computers”.

A guide in starting the concept map is given below.
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