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    Topic: Parts of the Computer

    When I am done this lesson, I will know:

    • The parts of a computer system


    • The basic parts of a computer (hardware)
    • Common peripheral devices used with computers
    • How to turn a computer on and off

    Pre and Post Self-Assessment

    Pre Pre Post Post


    Yes, I know this No, I want to Yes, I know this I still need more
    learn this practice to learn
    this
    I know the parts
    of a computer
    system
    I know what the
    basic parts of a
    computer are
    I know some
    common
    peripheral
    devices used
    with computers
    I know how to
    turn a computer
    on and off

    New Words and Terms

    computer case
    monitor
    keyboard
    processor
    mouse
    trackpad
    printer
    scanner
    speaker

    Parts of the Computer 1


    webcam
    microphone
    headset
    power button
    shut down

    What is a Computer System?


    A computer system has three main parts:

    • hardware
    • software
    • people
    In this section you will learn more about the parts of the computer.
    Parts of a Computer

    Hardware is the equipment. It is the physical parts. It includes the parts you can see
    and some parts that you can’t see. Hardware includes the processor, memory,
    storage, communication ports and peripheral devices. Peripheral devices are
    Review connected to the computer. Some examples are the display, the keyboard, a mouse,
    speakers, or a printer. The processor is what makes the computer work. It is like the
    “brains” of the computer.

    The hardware includes many different parts.


    The monitor, processor, keyboard and mouse are the main parts of the computer you need to
    know. Desktops and laptops have all of these parts. In a desktop, the parts are separate. In a
    laptop, most of the parts are combined into one device. You can add a mouse to a laptop or
    use the trackpad which is part of the device. The processor, keyboard and trackpad are all part
    of the bottom of the laptop.

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    Parts of a Computer (Hardware)

    Computer Case
    This is the cabinet that contains most of the
    components of the computer. It is sometimes
    called a tower. The Central Processing Unit or
    CPU is in the case. The CPU is the “brains” of
    the computer.

    Monitor
    This is the device that displays or shows you
    the information from the computer. It is an
    output device that displays information in
    pictorial form.

    Keyboard
    This is the panel of keys that you use to
    operate or tell the computer what to do. It
    allows you to input information into the
    computer.

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    Mouse
    This is a hand-held or hand-operated pointing
    device that helps you input information into
    a computer.

    Other Peripheral Devices


    A peripheral device is an input or output device that allows you to operate a computer. The
    monitor, keyboard and mouse are all peripheral devices. Other peripheral devices are
    described below.

    Printer
    A printer takes information generated by a
    computer (graphics and text) and transfers it
    on to paper. There are many different types
    of printers.

    Scanner
    A scanner can take a picture of a physical
    item (e.g., a piece of paper with words and
    pictures on it) and change it into a digital
    format so that it can be stored or used on a
    computer. Many printers have a scanner built
    into them.

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    Speakers
    Speakers produce sound that is generated
    when the computer is being used. Most
    computers have built-in speakers.

    Webcam
    A webcam is a video camera that inputs to a
    computer connected to the Internet. It allows
    other users to see you when you are
    connected. Most laptops have webcams built
    in.

    Microphone
    A microphone allows you to speak to the
    computer and transmit your voice or sounds
    over the Internet or record them. Most
    laptops have a microphone built in.

    Headset
    A headset is a set of headphones that usually
    also has a microphone built in. It allows you
    to connect to a computer and speak and
    listen while keeping your hands free to type
    or use the mouse.

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    Watch this to learn more about the parts of a https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/
    desktop computer. computerbasics/basic-parts-
    Source: GCFGlobal.org of-a-computer/1/

    Watch this to learn more about a laptop computer. https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/


    Source: GCFGlobal.org computerbasics/laptop-
    computers/1/

    Turning the Computer On


    If you are using a desktop computer, you need to turn on the processor and the monitor using
    the power buttons. If you are using a laptop computer, it will only have one power button.
    Power buttons come in all shapes and sizes. They will be in different locations on different
    devices. However, a power button on a computer will have this symbol on it.

    Power button symbol

    Other examples of what a power button might look like:

    How can I tell if the computer is on? The button will usually be lit up and will turn white, green
    or blue if it is on.
    “Waking” the Computer Up
    Computers are often set to go to “sleep” if no one is using them for a period of time. This helps
    conserve energy. It is also a safety feature for computers that require you to log on. When they
    go to sleep, they usually log off. Moving the mouse around a bit or touching the trackpad may
    “wake” the computer up. Sometimes you need to push the power button once to wake the
    computer up.

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    Turning the Computer Off
    To turn off the computer, click on the START BUTTON on the lower left-hand corner of the
    computer.

    After you click on the Start Button:

    • Click on POWER
    • Click on SHUT DOWN

    Try this/Practice

    • Turn on the computer.


    • Turn off the computer.

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    Competency Task Group(s)
    Find and Use Information • Read Continuous Text (L2 - paragraphs, L1 -
    instructions)
    • Interpret Documents (L2 - tables and charts)
    • Extract Information from Films, Broadcasts and
    Presentations (not leveled)
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    Use Digital Technology • Login Using an Account
    • Watch Podcast
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