2. Objectives Overview See Page 1 for Detailed Objectives Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

3. Objectives Overview See Page 1 for Detailed Objectives Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

4. A World of Computers • Computers are everywhere Pages 2 - 3 Figure 1-1 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

5. What Is a Computer? • A computer is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory Information Processing Cycle Pages 3 - 4 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

6. What Is a Computer? • Data that has been processed into a meaningful form • Raw, unorganized facts, in the form of text, graphics, audio, or video Page 4 Figure 1-2 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

7. The Components of a Computer • A computer contains many electric, electronic, and mechanical components known as hardware Pages 4 - 7 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

8. The Components of a Computer Page 5 Figure 1-3 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

9. A(n) ____ is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use. Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

10. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Computers Advantages of Using Computers Disadvantages of Using Computers Page 7 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

11. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Computers • Green computinginvolves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer • Strategies include: • Recycling • Regulating manufacturing processes • Extending the life of computers • Immediately donating or properly disposing of replaced computers Page 7 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

12. Networks and the Internet • A network is a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media • The Internet is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals Page 8 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

13. Networks and the Internet Page 8 Figure 1-6 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

14. Networks and the Internet • People use the Internet for a variety of reasons: Pages 8 - 9 Figure 1-7 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

15. Networks and the Internet • A social networking Web siteencourages members to share their interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos with other registered users • Also called an online social network Page 10 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

16. Computer Software • Software, also called a program, tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them Pages 11 - 12 Figures 1-8 – 1-9 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

17. Computer Software • Installing is the process of setting up software to work with the computer, printer, and other hardware Pages 12 - 13 Figure 1-10 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

18. Computer Software • A programmer develops software or writes the instructions that direct the computer to process data into information Page 13 Figure 1-11 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

19. Categories of Computers Pages 14 - 15 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

20. Personal Computers • A personal computercan perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself • Two popular architectures are the PC and the Apple • Desktop computer Pages 15 - 16 Figures 1-13 - 1-14 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

21. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices Pages 16 - 18 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

22. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices Pages 16 - 17 Figures 1-15 – 1-18 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

23. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices Pages 17 - 18 Figures 1-19 – 1-20 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

24. Game Consoles • A game consoleis a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games Page 18 Figure 1-21 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

25. Servers • A server controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on a network • Provides a centralized storage area for programs, data, and information Page 19 Figure 1-22 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

26. Mainframes • A mainframe is a large, expensive, powerful computer that can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously Page 19 Figure 1-23 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

27. Supercomputers • A supercomputer is the fastest, most powerful computer • Fastest supercomputers are capable of processing more than one quadrillion instructions in a single second Page 19 Figure 1-24 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

28. Embedded Computers • An embedded computeris a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product Page 19 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

29. Embedded Computers Page 20 Figure 1-25 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

30. Which of the following types of computers typically has the lowest number of simultaneously connected users? Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

31. Examples of Computer Usage Pages 20 – 23 Figures 1-26 – 1-28 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

32. Examples of Computer Usage Pages 23 – 24 Figures 1-29 – 1-30 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

33. Which of the following types of users is the most likely to use computer-aided design software to design a floor plan? Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

34. Computer Applications in Society Pages 24 - 26 Figures 1-31 – 1-34 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

35. Computer Applications in Society Pages 26 - 27 Figures 1-35 – 1-38 Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 2012 Edition Chapter 1

36. Basic Info. about your Computer Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

37. Basic Info. about your Computer cont’d Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

38. Introduction to Microsoft Office 2010 • Microsoft Office 2010 is the newest version of Microsoft Office, offering features that provide users with better functionality and easier ways to work with the various files they create • Microsoft Word 2010 • Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 • Microsoft Excel 2010 • Microsoft Access 2010 • Microsoft Outlook 2010 Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

39. Introduction to Microsoft Office 2010 • Microsoft Publisher 2010 • Microsoft OneNote 2010 • Microsoft InfoPath 2010 • Microsoft SharePoint Workspace 2010 • Microsoft Communicator • Microsoft Web Apps Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

40. Microsoft Office 2010 Suites Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

41. Starting a Program Using the Start Menu Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

42. Maximizing a Window • Click the Maximize button next to the Close button on the window’s title bar to maximize the window Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

43. Displaying a Different Tab on the Ribbon • Click a tab on the Ribbon to display it Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

44. Minimizing, Displaying, and Restoring the Ribbon • Click the Minimize the Ribbon button on the Ribbon to minimize the Ribbon • Click Home on the Ribbon to display the Home tab • Click Home on the Ribbon to hide the groups again • Click the Expand the Ribbon button on the Ribbon to restore the Ribbon Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

45. Minimizing, Displaying, and Restoring the Ribbon Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

46. Displaying and Using a Shortcut Menu Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

47. Customizing the Quick Access Toolbar • Click the Customize Quick Access Toolbar button to display the Customize Quick Access Toolbar menu • Click the command you wish to add to the Quick Access Toolbar Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

48. Entering Text in a Document • With a blank document open in Microsoft Word, type the text you wish to add • Press the ENTER key to move the insertion point to the beginning of the next line Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

49. Creating a Folder • Connect the USB flash drive to an available USB port on the computer to open the AutoPlay window • Click the ‘Open folder to view files’ link in the AutoPlay window to open the USB flash drive window • Click the New folder button on the toolbar to display a new folder icon with the name, New folder, selected in a text box • Type the desired folder name, and then press the ENTER key Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills

50. Creating a Folder Office 2010 and Windows 7: Essential Concepts and Skills