8 Questions
What is the main difference between a full-size tower and a compact tower?
Room for expansion
What is the primary function of fans in a computer case?
To move air through the case and absorb heat
What type of power does a computer's internal components require?
Direct current (DC)
What is the purpose of a power supply in a computer?
To convert AC power into DC power
What is a characteristic of all-in-one computers?
They often include touch-screen input and built-in microphone and speakers
What is the purpose of grounding the computer's internal components to the case?
To protect against static electricity damage
What is a potential problem with computer components if they are not cooled properly?
They may overheat
What is common among full-size tower, compact tower, and all-in-one computers?
They all require an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor
Study Notes
Types of PC Systems
- Full-Size Tower: A computer case that is vertically oriented, typically located on the floor, providing room for expansion to accommodate additional components such as disk drives, adapter cards, and more.
- Compact Tower: A smaller version of the full-size tower, commonly found in corporate environments, also known as mini-tower or small form factor (SFF) model, located on the user desk or floor, providing limited room for expansion.
All-in-One PC Systems
- A computer system where all components are integrated into the display, often featuring touch-screen input, built-in microphone and speakers, with little to no expansion capabilities.
- Requires an external keyboard, mouse, and power supply.
Computer Case Design
- Cases contain fans to move air through the case, absorbing heat from warm components and exiting the case to prevent overheating.
- Designed to protect against static electricity damage by grounding internal components via attachment to the case.
Power Supplies
- Computers require direct current (DC) power, while wall outlets provide alternating current (AC) power.
- Power supplies convert AC power into lower voltage DC power for computer components.
- Computers can tolerate slight fluctuations in power, but a stable power supply is essential.
Learn about different types of computer cases, including full-size tower and compact tower, and their features and uses.
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