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Computer types and

Different users
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DIFFERENT TYPES OF
COMPUTERS
Do you remember that we discussed the
different types of computers in grade 10 and 11
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Server A server is a computer program or device that
provides a service to another computer program
and its user, also known as the client.
Workstation High-performance computer system - basically
designed for a single user. Has advanced
graphics capabilities, large storage capacity, and
a powerful central processing unit. More capable
than a personal computer (PC) and less advanced
than a server (which can manage a large network
of peripheral PCs or workstations and handle
immense data-processing and reporting tasks).
Personal General-purpose, cost-effective computer that is
computers designed to be used by single end-user. Every PC
(microcomputers) is dependent on microprocessor technology, which
Desktop allows PC makers to set the entire central
processing unit (CPU) on a single chip.
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TYPE
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Embedded Embedded computers are everywhere. They are in
systems phones, microwaves, airplanes, automobiles,
calculators … The list goes on and on. Integral
component of most embedded systems, is a
combination of hardware and software that is
designated to perform a highly specific function.
For example, the type of embedded computer in a
washing machine will not be the same as the
embedded computer in a Nikon camera. Because
the software in embedded computers is designed
to only execute certain tasks, the computer’s
software in one device can be totally distinct from
that of another.
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TYPE
Tablets Mobile computing device designed to be held in
one or two hands. Approximately size of a
hardcover book. Early tablet devices used light
pens or a stylus as their input device. Today all
tablets use a touch screen as their primary input
device with the option to connect external devices,
such as a keyboard. Most tablets only have a few
physical buttons; the back, power, and volume
buttons. Everything else can be done using your
fingers. top two operating systems used with
tablets is Apple iOS used with iPads and Google
Android used with Android tablets.
Smartphone A cellular telephone - integrated computer and
other features not originally associated with
telephones such as an operating system, web
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SLIDE 4 COMPUTER USER

A power user is a user

of computers, software
and other electronic
devices, who uses
advanced features of
computer hardware,
operating systems,
programs, or websites
which are not used by
SOHO
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SOHO stands
for Small
Office/Home Office.
Refers to small office
and home office
environ-ments,
which typically
employ 1 – 10
employees.
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BENEFIT WHY IS IT A BENEFIT?
Increase Keeps lines of communication
productivit open.
y Automates and systematizes
workflows and processes.
Enables more strategic planning
for example, they save paper, labour, communication speed and cost, and so on.
and time management.
Simplifies setting and meeting
goals.
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BENEFIT WHY IS IT A BENEFIT?
Save paper Avoiding unnecessary printing.
Retaining documents on a
computer, rather than in hard
copy.
Reviewing documents for
spelling errors and editing
for example, they save paper, labour, communication speed and cost, and so on.
before printing.
Using two-sided copying
features on computers and
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BENEFIT WHY IS IT A BENEFIT?
Connect to As anyone can access the
Internet computer this made people
by stripping away geographical
barriers and sharing information
instantaneously. Communication
Forum: The speed of
for example, they save paper, labour, communication speed and cost, and so on.
communication becomes faster
which is obtained through the
web. Families and friends can
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BENEFIT WHY IS IT A BENEFIT?
Labour Computers house powerful
software and other applications
that ensure accuracy at work.
Instead of calculating numbers
manually or making projections
that involve formulas by hand,
for example, they save paper, labour, communication speed and cost, and so on.
you can use your computer to
derive the answer.
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BENEFIT WHY IS IT A BENEFIT?
Communication It is much cheaper and quicker to
speed and time. transfer information around. It also
becomes faster and efficient to
contact a business partner or a
relative. We can now communicate
with anyone around the world
for example, they save paper, labour, communication speed and cost, and so on.
through emails and text messages
instantly.
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Can store vast amounts of information and reduce waste.

Helps sort, organize, and search through information.
Cost
Get a better understanding of data.
Keeps you connected.
Help you learn and keep you informed.
Can help you to make money.
Now you discuss in class examples of
the above statements.
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WORKING ON A COMPUTER?
Use the images
at the right as
keywords to
explain how
you can save
time when
working on a
computer.
hat is a pindrop? Who knows? How would you create a pindr
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