By: Sierra KileyBy: Sierra Kiley Computers

Why you should have a computer You can create documents, reports, & projects Can search the internet for information You can play games, either fun or educational Allows you to communicate with friends & family without using a phone!

Helpful software Word Excel Publisher PowerPoint Ainsworth Office

Helpful hardware Monitor: holds all the memory Keyboard: used to type out information Printer: can give you a solid copy of your document CPU: does most of the data processing Mouse: helps you get around the screen Screen: allows you to see what your doing Scanner: copies

Different types of computers Computer 1Computer 2

Computer 1 Has a CPU, monitor, printer, keyboard, speaker, security, software, and a mouse It is cheaper than computer 2 but it does the same thing a regular computer does If you’re looking for a computer, that isn’t fancy or high tech, but you want it to get the job done, computer 1 is the computer for you!

Computer 2 Has basically everything computer 1 has (but better) Is faster Newer Fancier than computer 1 If you are looking for a computer and are willing to spend some money, computer 2 is the computer for you!

Difference between Computer 1 & Computer 2 Computer 1 is an example of a “cheap computer” Notice the screen is a lot bigger than computer 2 Computer 1 is an older version compared to the I Mac Computer 2 is an example of a expensive computer The screen on computer 2 is a flat screen which makes the computer a little pricey

What to look for in a good computer If it’s cheap or expensive If there is security If it’s a newer model

How can I tell if my computers “bad” ? It has no speed It’s an older model There’s no security protecting it

How can you tell your computer has security? You can tell your computer has security when you first log on. A memo will appear letting you know that you have security on your computer.

Mail & Mail takes a couple of days to be delivered Mail takes longer to reply can be sent and delivered in less than 5 minutes doesn’t cost anything

Phone & AIM Phone cost money to use Talking on the phone can tie up the phone line Calling someone long distance can charge you extra AIM is free AIM can keep the phone line free With AIM you can talk to anyone. Whether it’s long distance or not, for free.

Other good computers Dell Apple Samsung E Machine Gateway MAG

Where you can purchase a computer Basically any store that sells electronics Best Buy, The Apple Shop, & Staples are a few examples