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Introduction To Computing System Reading

The document discusses the different types of computers available at TEI Inc. for employees to use. It mentions desktop computers, workstations, laptops, PDAs, handheld PCs, and a mainframe that processes large data files. Most employees use their cell phones to check email.

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Introduction To Computing System Reading

The document discusses the different types of computers available at TEI Inc. for employees to use. It mentions desktop computers, workstations, laptops, PDAs, handheld PCs, and a mainframe that processes large data files. Most employees use their cell phones to check email.

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CHAPTER 2

Introduction to Computing System

Get Ready
Before you read the passage, talk about these questions.

1. What kind of computers do you use?


2. What do you use computers for at work?

From:bruceroberts@tei.com
To : chris.carter@techmagazine.net
Re: TEI computers?
Thanks for including TEI inc. in your article on workplace technology. We have
many types of computers at our disposal. First, all employees receive PDAs and
desktop computers. But we only use those for word processing and spreadsheets. Of
course, some programs are too powerful for desktops. Some many employees use
the faster workstations. And we do have a few laptops and handheld PCs. However,
employees only use them on business trips. Most employees just answer email with
their cell phones. The new server provides access to all printers. Finally or
mainframe processes our largest data files. No need for a supercomputer yet!.
Regards,
Brude Roberts

Read the email about computers available at TEI Inc. Then, choose the correct answers .

1. What is the email about?


a. The types of work employees do
b. Computers that the company sells
c. What computers the company uses
d. The installation of a server
2. According to the passage, employees use laptops when they …
a. Respond to email
b. Work on spreadsheets
c. Process the largest files
d. Work outside of the office
3. Which of the following is NOT true?
a. The company has a mainframe
b. Employees get email on their cell phones
c. All employees receive desktop computers
d. The desktop computers are faster than the workstation

Read the sentence and choose the correct word.

1. My (PDA/Mainframe) notifies me when I have a meeting.


2. I have a (laptop / supercomputer) to do work on the plane.
3. John has a (server / desktop computer) because he only uses simple programs.
4. This (computer / server) runs programs, but doesn’t have Internet access.
5. A (workstation / handheld PC) is smaller than a laptop, but still has a keyboard.
6. Connect to the (Server / PDA) to use that printer.
7. A (supercomputer / handheld PC) is the most powerful machine in the world.

Match the words with the definitions.

Word Definitions
1. Mainframe a. Large and powerful computer that supports
many other computer working at once.
2. Cell phone b. Fast computer that is used by one person and
has more memory than an ordinary personal
computer.
3. Workstation c. A device that makes and receive calls

Inside the Computer


Talk about these questions.
1. Which components make up a typical desktop computer?
2. What do you call a person who repairs computers?

Assembly Instructions
Step #1 : First, gather your parts. These include a motherboard, power supply, a
processor, case, heat sink, fan, RAM, expansion cards, hard drive, and disk drive.
Step #2 : Next. Attach the motherboard to the case. Then, connect the processor to
the motherboard’s primary socket.
Step #3 : Attach the heat sink and cooling fan to the processor.
Step #4 : Insert the RAM card into an open memory slot. Put any expansion cards
into the expansion slots.
Step #5 : Connect your hard drive to the motherboard and power supply.
Step #6 : Close the case and connect the power supply.
Choose the correct answer based on the text above.

1. What is the guide mostly about?


a. Putting together a computer.
b. Problems with computer parts.
c. Uses of expansion cards.
d. Repairing a broken computer.
2. When should the hard drive be installed?
a. Step #1
b. Step #3
c. Step #5
d. Step #6
3. According to the guide, what is NOT an assembly step?
a. Collecting parts
b. Opening the case
c. Connecting the drives
d. Installing the RAM card

Match the word with the definitions.


Words Definitions
1. Heat sink a. A slotted board with circuits and ports.
2. RAM b. A short term, quick memory source.
3. Expansion card c. A part used to cool the processor.
4. Processor d. A part used to store large amounts of data.
5. Hard drive e. A part used to increase a computer’s functions.
6. Motherboard f. A part that completes tasks for the computer.

Write a word that is similar in meaning to the underline part.


1. Spinning blades keep the computer from overheating. F … …
2. The electrical source directs power throughout the computer. … … w … r ……pp…
…
3. Joey purchased a protective bag for his computer. C … … …
4. Can the coded disk reader play DVDs? D … … … d……v…

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