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Module 1, Concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
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Identify the main parts of a computer
Identify the main parts of a computer
Hard disk
The hard disk is a device fixed inside the computer that stores large volumes of data which can be accessed and retrieved quickly.
It is both an input and output device as information can be transferred to and from it. Hard disks can store far more data than floppy disks, CD-ROMs, or DVDs.
◄ Identify common handheld portable digital devices
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Understand the term hardware
Understand what a personal computer is
Identify common handheld portable digital devices
Identify common input and output ports
Know some of the factors that impact on a computer’s performance
The development of the PC exercise
Know that the speed (operating frequency) of the CPU is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).
General concepts - review questions (marked by a tutor)
Choosing a computer - some tips
Know what computer memory is
Know storage capacity measurements: bit, byte, KB, MB, GB, TB.
Know the main types of storage media
Module 1 Glossary
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Identify common input and output ports ►