Thursday, October 16, 2008

Basic Computer Hardware Tutorial

The term computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer – basically, the parts and pieces that can be touched or moved, whether inside or outside of the computer. This tutorial will focus on the components that will be used on a day-to-day basis – the parts on the outside. Below is an example of a computer with several common components:

Here are the common components in a little more detail.
Monitor:
The monitor looks like a television screen, except instead of watching television programs on it, the monitor allows for viewing of computer programs. It is connected to the main computer box. There are several types of monitors, but they all function in the same way. The power button is usually located on the front of the monitor, beneath the screen. Often, there will be a small light to indicate if the power is on. Here are two examples of different monitors.

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