Scribd
Upload
34 views

Unit 1 Assign 1 - Internal & External Components

This document provides instructions for a pairs assignment to research and select a desktop or laptop computer. Students are asked to: 1. Create a chart summarizing the specifications of a selected computer model, including its CPU, memory, storage, graphics card, ports, operating system, and price. 2. Write a 1-1.5 page MLA report discussing why the computer was selected, how it meets computing needs, considerations in the purchase like speed and cost, and relating current trends to the chosen model. 3. Include a copy of the product flyer or page used to research the selected computer. Students are provided a list of manufacturer, retailer, and review websites to research computer options and

Uploaded by

Annie Tran
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
Available Formats
Download as DOC, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
34 views

Unit 1 Assign 1 - Internal & External Components

This document provides instructions for a pairs assignment to research and select a desktop or laptop computer. Students are asked to: 1. Create a chart summarizing the specifications of a selected computer model, including its CPU, memory, storage, graphics card, ports, operating system, and price. 2. Write a 1-1.5 page MLA report discussing why the computer was selected, how it meets computing needs, considerations in the purchase like speed and cost, and relating current trends to the chosen model. 3. Include a copy of the product flyer or page used to research the selected computer. Students are provided a list of manufacturer, retailer, and review websites to research computer options and

Uploaded by

Annie Tran
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
Available Formats
Download as DOC, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 1

ICS2O Names: ____________________________________

Internal & External components of a Computer


Pairs Assignment
Knowledge &
Understanding /10
Inquiry & Thinking
/10
Pairs Activity: You are conducting research to purchase a desk top
Communication
or lap top computer for personal use.
/10

1. Create a chart and summary exploring a computer on the market today that you may potentially purchase (I&T)).
Include a description for each item followed by the particulars of your specific model:
Model: Dell Inspiron i3656-A765BLK- Description & Particulars
PCA
CPU i.e. Description: This is short for Central Processing Unit. It is
essentially the ‘brains of the computer’ where most calculations are
performed.

i.e. Particulars: 1.8 GHz AMD A10 processor


Memory
Hard Drive Storage
Video Card
Sound Card
DVD Drive
Wireless – Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Ports – number & type
Operating System
Application Software
Price

2. Write a 1-1 ½ page MLA report discussing the following: (K&C)


 Why you selected this computer?
 How does it meet your computing needs?
 What considerations are there in making a purchase of the specific component? (i.e. speed, ergonomics,
cost, capacity, warranty, etc.)?
 Current computing trends as they relate to the model you selected i.e. flat/touch screens, home wireless
networks, ultrathin laptops, netbooks, tablets etc.

3. Include a hard copy of the flyer from which you found your particular computer. (I&T)

To research your topic, review:


Manufacturer sites (e.g. http://www.intel.com/)
Sites that sell PCs (e.g. http://www.dell.ca http://www.bestbuy.ca )
http://www.howstuffworks.com/
For product reviews and information: http://www.zdnet.com/
http://www.tomshardware.com/
http://www.webopedia.com/
Article, “An Introduction to Computers” 

Remember to:
√ Look into products and prices at local or and Canadian sites and magazines.
√ Always cite sources used.
√ Attach this assignment sheet when submitting work.

Unit 1 Assignment#1

You might also like