A1: Personal Computers

Question 1

Definition of Personal Computers

Answer 1

Personal computers are those which are general purpose and are available in a large range of specifications and prices

Question 2

Standard features of PC

Answer 2

Webcam
Internet access
Media software
Speaker
Integrated microphones
Mouse
Ports (e.g. USB port)

Question 3

Differences between desktop and laptop (5)

Answer 3

Desktop:
Larger than laptop but tends to last longer before need of repair or replacing
Often have to purchase monitors and other accessories
Direct power source
Easier to upgrade - by installing new power source, graphics/sound card and additional RAM
Processors can be more powerful

Laptop:
Small and portable creating convenience for use
Self contained unit - no additional parts are needed to run it
Runs on a rechargeable battery
Harder to upgrade, much of the internal hardware is difficult to access, remove or replace
Laptop processors have nearly caught up with desktop processors, but are still limited

Question 4

What is Mainframe computer? (include example)

Answer 4

A large system used by organisations

e.g. IBM system

Question 5

What is Supercomputer? (include example)

Answer 5

A particularly powerful mainframe computer that processes specific data

Question 6

Internal components

Answer 6

Power supply
Expansion slots 
CPU socket
Memory slots
SATA cables
Power connectors
Hard Disk Drives