COMPENDIUM OF NOTES IN TLE

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

(COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING)
First Quarter
(Week 3)
(EXPLORATORY – GRADE 7)

Prepared by:
RAYMOND G. PUNO
Teacher I

Noted by: Approved by:

NELIA P. ABAYA, Ed.D. ANGEL M. VILLAMIN, Ed.D.
Head Teacher VI, TLE Principal III
COMPENDIUM OF NOTES IN TLE – INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
(EXPLORATORY – GRADE 7)
Week 3 LO 2. Input data into computer

INPUT DEVICES
- allows the user to communicate with the computer by entering data or
commands.

Types of Input Devices

• Keyboard
• The first input device developed for the computer.
• It is the primary input device used to input alphanumeric data and
commands to the computer

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• Mouse
The most common 'pointing device' used in PCs. Every mouse has two
buttons and most have one or two scroll wheels. Primary input device
used to navigate and interact with the monitor output

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• Touch screen
A display screen that is sensitive to the touch of a finger or stylus.

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• Scanner
It scans documents and converts them digitally, which can be edited on a
computer.

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• Voice input device

Audio input devices also known as speech or voice recognition systems that
allow a user to send audio signals to a computer for processing, recording, or
carrying out commands.

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STORAGE DEVICES
- Used to store data permanently or to retrieve information from a media disk.

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Types of storage devices
• Hard disk drive
• Also known as hard drive, is a magnetic storage device that is installed
inside the computer.
• The hard drive is the most common storage device used as permanent
storage for data on a computer.

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• Solid state drive

• It uses memory technology that works more like the computer's
internal memory (RAM). But unlike RAM, where information is only
stored temporarily and disappears as soon as it loses power, an SSD
retains its data even when your computer is turned off.
• Much faster than HDD

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• Optical Drive
• An optical drive is a storage device that uses lasers to read data on
the optical media.
• There are three types of optical drives: Compact Disc (CD), Digital
Versatile Disc (DVD) and Blu-ray Disc (BD).

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• Floppy drive
A floppy drive, or floppy disk drive, is a storage device that uses
removable 3.5-inch floppy disks. These magnetic floppy disks can
store 720 KB or 1.44 MB of data.

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• Flash Drive
An external flash drive, also known as a thumb drive, is a removable
storage device that connects to a USB port.

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• External hard drive

Just a hard drive (HDD) that is connected to a computer on the outside
rather than on the inside.

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COMPUTER WORKSTATION ERGONOMICS

Computer ergonomics is the discipline of matching the task to the worker
using the most appropriate equipment to optimize human well-being and
overall performance. This can be simplified to ―Modify the workplace, not the
individual".

Workstation ergonomics consideration

• Work surface height
Adjust the height of the work surface and/or the height of the chair so that the
work surface allows your elbows to be bent at 90 degrees, forearms parallel
with the floor, wrist straight, shoulders relaxed.

• Chair
Adjust the seat tilt so that you are comfortable when you are working on the
keyboard.

• Keyboard placement
Place the keyboard in a position that allows the forearms to be close to the
horizontal and the wrists to be straight. That is, with the hand in line with the
forearm.

• Screen placement
Set the eye to screen at the distance that permits you to most easily focus on
the screen. Usually, this will be within an arm's length. Set the height of the

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monitor so that the top of the screen is below eye level and the bottom of the
screen can be read without a marked inclination of the head.

• Desk-top layout
Place all controls and task materials within a comfortable reach of both hands
so that there is no unnecessary twisting of any part of the body.

• Posture and environment

Change posture at frequent intervals to minimize fatigue. Avoid awkward
postures at the extremes of the joint range, especially the wrists. Take
frequent short rest breaks rather than infrequent longer ones.

• Lighting
Place the monitor to the side of the light source/s, not directly underneath.
Try to site desks between rows of lights.

• Using a mouse
A well designed mouse should not cause undue pressure on the wrist and
forearm muscles

• Posture during Keying

Good posture is essential for all users of computers. It comprises of a natural
and relaxed position, providing opportunity for movement, and from which
the operator can assume a number of alternative positions. It is not a single,
rigidly defined position.

• Speed of keying
The efficiency and speed of modern computers makes it possible for a skilled
operator to type extremely quickly. This capability, reinforced by workload
pressures means the potential exists for operators to key at speeds which may
cause or contribute to Occupational Overuse Syndrome.

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 • Length of time on the keyboard
It is recommended that operators avoid spending more than five hours a day
on keyboard duties and no longer than 50 minutes per hour without a
postural/stretching break.

POINTS TO REMEMBER - Computers –Ergonomic Guidelines

1. Viewing distance: The monitor should be 2 –2½ feet from the child’s
eyes.
2. Time at computer: Encourage children to use their physical energy.
3. Seat and height posture: The child should sit high enough to have his
arms bent at 90°
4. Footrest: Use it prevent dangling feet.
5. Mouse: Find one that fits small hands.
6. Keyboard: Child-sized keyboards with light pressure keying are
recommended.

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 ACTIVITY SHEETS FOR TLE TLE – COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING
(EXPLORATORY – GRADE7)
Week 3 LO 2. Input data into computer

Activity 3.1.
Direction. Give 3 inputs/ work that can be done using the following input devices.
1. Mouse
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2. Keyboard
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3. Touch Screen
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4. Scanner
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5. Microphone
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Activity 3.2
Direction. Essay. Pick one storage device. Explain why you chose it over other storage
device and how will you use it and help you in your work. Minimum of 50 words. Write
your answer on the space provided.