Computer Basics Section 2.1 YOU WILL LEARN TO… Identify hardware Describe processing components Compare and contrast input and output devices Compare and contrast storage devices Identify and describe operating system software Identify and describe application software Summarize cross-platform issues

Computer Basics Section 2.2 Section 2.3 YOU WILL LEARN TO… Identify types of networks Examine types of network connections Identify network hardware and software Section 2.3 Create a new Web site Save a Web page Format text Insert a graphic Create subpages

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Focus on Reading Main Ideas Computer systems are composed of users, hardware, software, and data. Hardware is a computer’s physical components. Software gives hardware instructions to make it work. Key Terms hardware input device output device software operating system (OS) graphical user interface (GUI) application software

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Computers and the Computer System Computers are categorized as either_________. A ___ is a computer that runs the Windows operating system (OS). A ______ is a computer that runs the Macintosh OS.

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Computers and the Computer System A computer system consists of four parts: A u Hardware S D hardware . (p. 37)

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Hardware: Processing Components Storage Devices Power Supply The central processing unit (CPU) and random-access memory (RAM) are processing components. The CPU is the part of the computer where data is processed. It is sometimes referred to as the “_____” of the computer. The computer stores data that it is currently processing in RAM. Hard Drive CPU RAM Motherboard

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Hardware: Input and Output Devices Input devices and output devices allow you to enter new data and examine processed data on a computer. input device . (p. 38) output device . (p. 38)

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Storage Devices There are several different types of storage devices available. H Drive F Drive Z Drive CDs and DVDs F Drives Tape Backups

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Types of Software Before installing any other software on your computer, you must install operating system (OS) software. The OS controls ___ of the other software programs on a computer. software . (p. 40) operating system (OS). (p. 40)

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Operating System Software An OS provides a graphical user interface through which a ______ gives ___________ to the computer. graphical user interface (GUI) . (p. 40)

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Operating System Software Here are examples of a Windows and a Mac OS. Windows OS Mac OS

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Application Software Most of the time when you use a computer, you are using one of these six common types of application software: W b E- W p Sp D Pr application software. (p. 41)

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Utility Software ___________helps you control your computer and keep it in good running condition. Utility software includes ________________________.

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Cross-Platform Issues Your computer’s hardware, operating system, and application programs must all work together in order for your computer to function properly. When computer components work together properly, they are said to be __________.

Computer Hardware and Software pp. 36-42 Computer Hardware and Software 2.1 Section Assessment Identify A _____ is a computer that runs a Windows operating system. A. PC B. GUI C. CPU D. RAM

Networks Focus on Reading 2.2 Main Ideas pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Focus on Reading Main Ideas Networks allow computers to share information, messages, and software. Dial-up, broadband, and wireless are three types of network connections. Key Terms network local area network (LAN) wide area network (WAN) server client

Networks Types of Networks 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Types of Networks A network can connect two computers in a home or millions of computers around the world, as in the case of the Internet. Networks can be divided into two basic categories: local area networks wide area networks network . (p. 43) local area network (LAN) . (p. 43) wide area network (WAN) . (p. 43)

Networks Types of Connections 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Types of Connections There are three ways to connect to the Internet: D Connections Br Connections Cable DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) W Connections

Networks Network Hardware and Software 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Network Hardware and Software Network hardware consists of the _________ ___________ that connect computers to one another. For a network to function properly, all the hardware components must be _____________.

Networks Network Hardware and Software 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Network Hardware and Software Most LANs are client/server networks. client . (p. 45) server . (p. 45)

Networks Network Hardware and Software 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Network Hardware and Software In a client/server network, the server responds to the requests of client computers.

Networks Network Hardware and Software 2.2 pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Network Hardware and Software ________ send and receive signals through telephone wires or cable. N i c create and send signals from one network component to another. R connect LANs. Computers on a LAN can also access the Internet using routers. N are controlled by network operating system software.

Networks 2.2 Section Assessment pp. 43-46 Networks 2.2 Section Assessment True/False In a client/server network, the client responds to the requests of server computers. Please place your answer and explanation here.

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Focus on Reading Main Ideas When creating a Web site, you must organize and name your files so they are easy to find. The main content of most Web sites is text and graphics. Key Terms folder subfolder root folder format font subpage

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Creating and Saving a Web Page When saving your Web pages, save them in a system of folders and subfolders. The top-level folder is the root folder. folder . (p. 48) subfolder . (p. 48) root folder . (p. 48)

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Adding Text to a Web Page When you format text, you specify how characters will look on the page. Formatting text also involves choosing a font. format . (p. 51) font  .(p. 51)

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Adding Graphics to a Web Page One easy way to add graphics to a Web page is to use a _______ graphic.

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Creating Subpages Most Web sites contain more than one page. Multi-page sites have a main page and one or more subpages. subpage . (p. 55)

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Activity 2A – Create a One-Page Web site (p. 49) Activity 2B – Insert and Format Text (p. 51) Activity 2C – Insert Graphics (p. 52) Activity 2D – Create a Subpage (p. 55)

Creating a Basic Web Site pp. 48-56 Creating a Basic Web Site 2.3 Section Assessment Name The top-level folder of a Web site is the ____________. A. subfolder B. root folder C. subpage D. folder

Computer Basics Chapter Review Identify _______ connect LANs and can connect computers on a LAN to the Internet. A. Modems B. Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) C. Networks D. Routers

Computer Basics Chapter Review Analyze Organizing and keeping track of files is an important part of creating a Web site. Why should you have a plan when saving Web site files? Please place your answer here.