1. Module 1.2 Buying a computer Theme: Data processing for your business

2. Buying a computer! Where to start… Personalizing your choices… Practical advice on deciding on the specifications of the computer you need to buy.

3. Specifications for PC’s Basic components (Grade 10 & 11) motherboard CPU memory hard drive screen mouse CD/ DVD keyboard

4. Activity EXPLORE What is available? 1 Entry-level computers RAMHard driveCPU Optical (CD / DVD) Operating syste m Connections (USB / FireWire / Network / Modem) Other Company 1 Company 2 Company 3 Mid-range computers Company 1 Company 2 Company 3 Top-range computers Company 1 Company 2 Company 3

5. What do you want to use your computer for? Tasks to be done Graphics / video / design Games Basic office work Refer to table p13

6. Tips Beware of bargains Warranty and after sales service Keep all documentation!

7. Laptop or desktop? Work on fixed machines? Meetings / presentations? Travel?

8. Activity APPLY ComputerAdverts p 15 2

9. Peripherals and other devices Quality equipment will enhance your computing experience Ergonomics in the working environment -Taking the whole person in account -Factors that must be taken into consideration

10. Screen CRT vs LCD

11. Mouse Optical vs ball mouse Keyboard Ergonomics Wireless

12. Printer Colour vs black/white Carbon copies

13. Most multifunction printers include a scanner Scanner Entry level for normal use

14. Extra storage No more stiffies Flash drives USB drives

15. Activity CHECKLIST I can … 3  p 18

16. Activity APPLY p 19 4