Learning With Technology

Binary Language

Binary is a code made up of two characters to represent the information it is trying to portray.1s and 0s are the most commonly used characters.

A bit of Bytes

A byte is a single unit of measurement in computer storage.Is made up of 8 bits(which is a 0 or 1 from binary)Below is a chart of the different capacities of memory.

Types Of Computers

There are a few different types of computers.Personal Computers, Workstations, Mainframes, Minicomputers and Supercomputers.Each have their own specific uses.

Input Devices

There are a few different types of input devices, and countless makers of them.Keyboards, a mouse, cameras, touchscreens, and microphones to name a few.Used to enter information into the computer in some way.

Output Devices

And Output device is anything that shows information or data from a computer.Some examples of these are computer monitors, and headphones or speakers.They send information back to the user, usually via sound or visually.

Motherboards

Holds and allows communication between the main components of a computer.Also holds the connections for peripheral devices.Can be upgraded with different features.

Memory (RAM)

short for Random Access Memory.Stores information that is currently being used by the computer.There are a few different kinds.

Processors

Is the “brains” of a computer.CPU is the most well known.Many other types.

Storage

Where the data of a computer is stored.HDD, SSD, NVME, SD, DVD, CD, CLOUD, Etc.All types have strengths and weaknesses.

Computer Ports

Connection from an internal or external device to the computer.HDMI, DVI, VGA, USB, 3.5 MM Audio, Power, etc.All have different uses.

Ergonomics

The study of people’s efficiency in their working environment.Ergonomics while using a computer is very important to a person’s health.Proper Sitting Etiquette