Scribd
Upload
58 views27 pages

Grade 9 Lesson 3 Part 1 System Specifications Students

This document provides specifications for key components of a computer system, including the central processing unit (measured in gigahertz), random access memory (measured in gigabytes), hard disk drive storage (often 1 terabyte), graphics card, motherboard, monitor (measured by size and resolution), and other necessary components like the power supply, case, keyboard, and mouse. It explains that components like the CPU, RAM, and graphics card affect performance and what tasks can be done on the system.

Uploaded by

Christian Velchez
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
58 views27 pages

Grade 9 Lesson 3 Part 1 System Specifications Students

This document provides specifications for key components of a computer system, including the central processing unit (measured in gigahertz), random access memory (measured in gigabytes), hard disk drive storage (often 1 terabyte), graphics card, motherboard, monitor (measured by size and resolution), and other necessary components like the power supply, case, keyboard, and mouse. It explains that components like the CPU, RAM, and graphics card affect performance and what tasks can be done on the system.

Uploaded by

Christian Velchez
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 27

Computer System

Specifications

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


Can you still remember
my name?

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


Can you still remember
my name?

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


Can you still remember
my name?

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


Can you still remember
my name?

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


Can you still remember
my name?

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


THE CENTRAL
PROCESSING UNIT
Your processor is the engine for
your computer. Anything you ask
your system to do will be managed
through the processor on your
motherboard

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


THE CENTRAL
PROCESSING UNIT
GHz – Gigahertz
• Computer processor speed is measured in gigahertz (abbreviated as
GHz). Today’s computers are typically powered by processors rated
in GHz speeds such as 2.4 GHz, 3.5 GHz, etc.

• 1 GHz means that the processor can execute 1 billion cycles per
second. That being the case, the higher the GHz rating, the higher
the performance (power) of the processor.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


THE CENTRAL
PROCESSING UNIT
Note!
GHz speed is not the only factor in selecting your processing power.
Processors also vary considerably in their performance in the number of
“cores” in their architecture and the number of “threads” for
processing cycles.

To illustrate, a quad-core processor with 8 threads (4 cores, 8 threads)


will out-perform a dual-core processor with 4 threads (2 cores, 4
threads).

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


RANDOM ACCESS
MEMORY
Random Access Memory (RAM) is the
volatile, temporary memory your computer
uses to hold your applications and the
documents or web pages you’re working
with.

RAM is typically installed directly on the


motherboard and is measured in gigabytes
(GB), with 1 GB equaling roughly 1 billion
bytes, or characters.
Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications
RANDOM ACCESS
MEMORY
Note!

For basic computing such as browsing the web or working with


simple documents, simple computers and devices such as
Chromebooks can get by with 2GB.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


RANDOM ACCESS
MEMORY
Note!
Most users who expect to have several web pages and multiple
documents open at the same time will benefit greatly from 4GB,

with 8GB being even better for heavy computer applications such as
gaming, editing, or 3D applications.

For heavy graphics and modeling applications, 16GB makes life


even better, boosting performance

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


HARD DISK DRIVE
consists of spinning platters and moving
heads that read and write data to the
storage media.

HDD storage has become increasingly


inexpensive, with 1TB (1,000 GB) drives
now included in many computers with very
acceptable performance.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


SOLID STATE DRIVE
SSD storage units are now utilized in many
lightweight, high-performance laptop computers
due to their many advantages:

· Performance: With no moving parts, SSD drives


exceed the performance of HDD storage.
· Size: SDDs are extremely thin and lightweight

The drawback to SSD use is that they are more


expensive, although prices are becoming
comparable to HDDs in recent months.
Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications
GRAPHICS CARD
A graphics card has a printed circuit board
that holds a processor, RAM, and other
components.

A graphics card is sometimes commonly


referred to as a graphics processing unit,
or GPU, but in reality the GPU is just a
component (albeit the primary, defining
component) of the graphics card.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


GRAPHICS CARD
Note!

For more basic computer users, the integrated graphics features


that are packaged with your system are quite acceptable for web
browsing, non-3D games, watching videos, and more.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


GRAPHICS CARD
Note!

If your computer use calls for intensive gaming and complex 3D


applications, installing a graphics card from a leading manufacturer
such as NVIDIA can significantly impact your performance and
gaming experience.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


MOTHERBOARD
If you’re going to build your own desktop
computer, you will need to purchase a
motherboard to mount your electronic
components on. This will include the RAM,
Processor (also referred to as the CPU),
and other components.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


MONITOR
A computer monitor, technically termed as
a visual display unit
• An electronic device that transmits
information from the computer onto a
screen, thereby acting as an interface and
connecting the viewer with the computer.

• Quality is measured based on resolution

• Screen size is displayed in inches (i.e.


17”)
Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications
MONITOR
1. CRT (Cathode Ray Tube)

2. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

3. LED (Light-Emitting Diodes)

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


MOTHERBOARD
Note!
Local computer store can help you determine the right motherboard
for the mix of items you intend to install, ensuring you don’t run into
any surprises:

• A processor that is compatible with the socket configuration on


the motherboard

• RAM slots that are adequate to support the amount of memory


you want to install
Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications
OTHER SYSTEM COMPONENTS
You will also need other hardware
components to complete your system:

· Case: You need a tower or desktop


case to house the system. Pick a case
that is easy to open for access to the
internal workings of your system.

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications


OTHER SYSTEM COMPONENTS
· Power Supply: Your system will need a
power supply to run the processor,
cooling fans, and storage. Don’t
underestimate the power needed.

· Peripherals: You will need the usual


mouse, keyboard, and such items as
gaming controllers
Computer tower case with components
installed:

Information & Communications Technology Computer System Specifications

You might also like