ICOM Flashcards
is an electronic machine that uses binary data to automatically perform calculations.
Computing Device
is a computing device designed to be used by one person at a time.
PERSONAL COMPUTER - or PC
is a computing device designed to be placed on or near a user’s desk.
DESKTOP COMPUTER
is a complete computer system that is small, compact, lightweight, and portable
LAPTOP COMPUTER
mobile devices that fall into the tablet PC category range in size from larger tablets that look like a traditional laptop but have a touchscreen to small notebook-sized mobile devices that operate similarly to a smartphone.
TABLETS
are high-end mobile devices that provide users with a wide range of functions, such as: portable media players, video cameras, GPS, high-resolution touchscreens, high-speed Wi-Fi, web browsers, and mobile broadband, along with phone service.
SMARTPHONES
is a network computer that shares resources with and responds to requests from computers, devices, and other servers on the network.
SERVER
is the fastest and the most expensive computer among all types of computers.
SUPER COMPUTER
is a large computer that might serve a large organization. It is used to process and store information for many users at once; therefore, it requires much more processing power and storage capacity than other computers. Users access the mainframe through terminals.
MAINFRAMES
Dedicated gaming devices. Such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo consoles designed for gaming and multimedia.
Gaming Consoles
are specialized computing systems designed to perform dedicated functions or tasks within a larger mechanical or electrical system.
Embedded Systems
Basic handheld devices used for mathematical calculations.
Calculators
Stand-alone computers used for self-service applications, like ticketing machines and information kiosks.
Kiosks
Some modern smart TVs have advanced computing capabilities, including app support and web browsing.
Televisions
is a mobile hand-held device that provides computing, information storage, and information retrieval capabilities for personal or business use. _____ are primarily used for keeping schedules, calendars, and address book information handy.
Personal digital assistant (PDA)
acts as the backbone for the entire computer system. Sometimes called the system board or mainboard,
Mother Board
It is a computer chip where most of the computing calculations take place.
Central Processing Unit
Memory is the component that provides the workspace for a processor.
Random Access Memory
also commonly referred to as a “graphics card,” is a specialized electronic circuit designed to accelerate the rendering of images and video on a computer’s display.
Graphical Processing Unit(PSU)
provides network connectivity, allowing the computer to connect to local networks or the internet.
Network Interface Card (NIC)
are used for reading and writing optical. discs.
Optical Drive
is a metal box in the rear of the system unit that is attached to the computer chassis and to the system board
contains the power cord plug and a fan for cooling because it generates a great deal of heat.
Power Supplies