Computer Performance and Features
* COMPUTER BASICS COMPUTER PERFORMANCE AND FEATURES
LESSON INTRODUCTION [1] Computer Performance and
Features
[Computer Performance and Features]
Lesson Introduction
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Consider a situation where you want to buy a television. There are many
brands and models available in the market. You need to make a decision
based on the features that you want and the price of the product.
Similarly, there are different types of personal computers available in the
market. They differ on the basis of features such as price, size, and
speed. In addition, these factors affect the overall performance of the
computer.
After you buy a television, you need to choose from different kinds of
channels that are available. These channels may offer entertainment,
sports, or news. You can choose to view a channel based on your
preferences. In the same way, after you start using a computer, there are
different types of programs available that help you perform different
tasks. You can use a word processor to create documents or a spreadsheet to
perform mathematical calculations. Communications programs can help you
talk to people at distant locations. With entertainment programs, you can
watch movies, listen to music, or play games.Lesson Objectives
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After completing this lesson, you will be able to:
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Compare the features of different types of computers.
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Explain the role of memory.
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Explain the basics of computer performance.
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Describe the types of productivity programs and their uses.
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Describe the types of communication programs and their uses.
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Describe the uses of educational and entertainment programs.
