Bits, bytes, ram, cpus, hard drives, dvd drives, scenic drives. Master the geeky acronyms and simplify computer hardware & terminology with ease.
Concepts of ICT: Getting Started, is the essential guide to getting started with computer peripherals and hardware components, providing a complete resource for both the beginner and the enthusiast.
Computer hardware with all its technical jargon can be baffling, even for the moderately experienced user. This book cuts through the jargon to show that computer hardware isn’t so complicated after all and can be easily understood by anyone.
Beginning with the basics of the computer itself, this book takes a look inside the case demystifying the complex looking engineering and breaks it down into its core components: hard drives, DVD drives, RAM memory, CPUs, bits and bytes.
As well as a look at different types of peripherals, printers, networks, types of computer from the humble desktop to super computers, plus a look at the internet email and the world wide web.
Techniques are illustrated in full colour step-by-step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow text from an established expert in the field, provide a comprehensive guide to computer systems.
Whether you are new to computing, studying a course, or are a keen computer user, this book will provide you with a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to use and understand a computer like a pro.