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Computer Hardware
Computer hardware is a general term used to refer to all the physical parts of a computer. Internal hardware devices include hard drives and motherboards, while external hardware devices include monitors, mice, keyboards, and printers.
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What are other word that mean input?
"Data" could be another term for input depends on the context. "data input device", "input device" - a device that can be used to insert data into a computer or other computational device
Im not sure exactly what input refers too in your question are you refering to any type of input? or a specific input? The input jack or the device?
There are many "computer paripherals" (basically anything that is pluged into your cpu) from hard drives to printers. Input could be used to refer to the actual data being inserted or the device your using to insert it . You will need to be more specific if i havent answered your question.
What are the characterstic of the various type of computer?
Personal computers come with an individual keyboard and screen.
Other types of computers (blades/mainframes/servers) don't and rely on a management console. You might have hundreds of servers or blades, and only one management console.
What is secondary storage memory in a computer?
Secondary Storage in a computer is memory device other than primary memory like disk ,floopy, usb ports etc. they are used to store data for future use.
Advantages of using star topology?
* Reliable (if one connection fails, it doesn't affect others)
* Easy to replace, install or remove hosts or other devices
Disadvantages:* Expensive to install* Extra hardware required
What difference between switches and hub?
The difference is in the way how they process communications between two or more computers. If you send some information to one computer only using hub it will resend the information to all computers in the network. When switches resend information to the only one computer.
How can you protect your computer from malware?
In order to protect your computer from malware, it is a good idea to have an anti-virus program set up. Try Avast or AVG, as these are both successful and free. You also will need to have a firewall.
A circuit board It is a board containing devices passive and/or active that can be installed on a system to make it whole. Usualy refered a PCB OR PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD.
its a board of circuits
Kl how do you disable block mode?
Some BIOS support a method ofdata transfer that allow multiple data transfers each time software requests data. This method is called block mode and should be used if your hard drive and BIOS support it. However, if you are having problems with hard drive drive errors, you can try disabling block mode in CMOS setup.
When updating your motherboards bios, you need to firstly find and download your motherboards bios update. Check the manufactures site of your motherboard.
Once you find your bios update, its important that it is for your own model motherboard, then they usually include a text document with the instructions on how to install.
It is usually done by a Floppy Disc and is known as "Flashing".
So first find out what make and model your motherboard is, then search for the latest bios update for that particular board, download it, read the instructions that come with the download. Or search "How to update your bios". Instructions are often given with download though.
1what type of interface connects a device to the system unit by transmitting data one bit at a time?
A serial port is an interface in which one bit of data is transmitted at a time.
List all the input devices of a computer?
Some input devices include:
Keyboard
Joystick
Trackball
Scanner
Webcam
Headset
Microphone
Light Pen
Graphic Tablet
Camera
Barcode Reader
Gamepad
Touchpad
Paddle
Electronic White Board
Midi Instruments
Video Capture Device
Remote
Sheet Fed Scanner
Flat Fed Scanner
Most computers still come with a phone jack expansion in one of the PCI slots, try plugging it into that, and ethernet cable into the onboard ethernet adapter. I dont use fax machines personally, so this is just a theory, but it should work. You will probably want to pick up an A/B splitter box with a manual switch at Radio Shack for like $10. Make sure the configuration is setup so the computer still has internet while you are faxing.
No. You have to be in range of a WiFi router (mostly this is limited to 100 meters or so for any one router).
However there are space based router satellites that one can connect to from almost anywhere (where you can see the sky) if you have the correct equipment. This is what journalists use when they are in the field.
What computer do you need in high school?
Any normal computer works for a teacher!
it has nothing to do with the computer type or brand.There is nothing that special in a computer for teachers.
No RAM is not.
Open source products such as memtest86 found here http://www.memtest86.com actually overwrite RAM and then checks it for inconsistencies to see if memory is bad.
What utility ensures that a newly installed device on Windows XP professional is working properly?
the Device Manager
CD stands for "change directory".
For instance, if you are in the directory of c:\files\ and you want to navigate to a folder within the "files" directory called "documents", you can type "cd documents" to change the directory you are in. Once you've done that you will be at c:\files\documents\. Inversely you can use "cd.." to go back to the parent directory "files".
Why does my laptop turn itself off if my screen is active?
this is most likely due to a driver issue, especially if the system is a selfbuilt system
How do you delete files in a write protected usb flash disk?
To erase a thumb or flash drive, place it in a USB port. Find the drive in Windows Explorer. Right click on the drive in Explorer. A menu will drop down with Format being a choice. Click on Format and follow instructions.
Why isn't my computer displaying anything?
First off, make sure that your connection is nice and tight, also make sure that your display cable is connected to your monitor on the correct input. If you are using a laptop or if you have a computer that has images on your function keys (ie: F1, F2...) find the function key that has a square bordered by two lines. Hold that key for a few seconds, if nothing happens, hold down the Fn key and the function key for a few seconds. Also, on the back of your computer, if you have video outputs layed out horizontally and away from the usb ports, use those.
How does hi speed dial up work?
Almost exactly like regular dialup, except that the ISP is compressing the data sent to/from your computer so that it travels faster. There is some overhead on your computer for the software to handle this, so some older or less peppy computers will slow down using this model.
Where can someone purchase a USB cable extender?
One may purchase USB cable extenders from a variety of sources. Stores that sell electronics are a good first choice. These stores include Best Buy and Radio Shack. Alternatively, one can find USB cable extenders online at Amazon.
What laptop devices are hot-swappable?
Hot swappable means the same thing whether the computer is a laptop, desktop or server. It means that you can remove and replace a drive (hard drive or removable media) while the computer is running.
