Introduction to PC System: Types of Computer Cases

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What type of computer case is typically located on the floor under or beside a desk or table?

  • Full-Size Tower (correct)
  • Mini-tower
  • Compact Tower
  • All-in-one

What is a common feature of all-in-one computers?

  • Touchscreen input (correct)
  • Adapter cards
  • External power supply
  • External keyboard and mouse

What is the main purpose of fans in a computer case?

  • To move air through the case (correct)
  • To hold the components together
  • To power the computer
  • To generate heat

Which type of computer case is commonly found in the corporate environment?

<p>Compact Tower (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of all-in-one computers?

<p>They offer little to no expansion capabilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of full-size tower and compact tower computer cases?

<p>External keyboard, mouse, and monitor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for a compact tower computer?

<p>External keyboard, mouse, and monitor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can a compact tower computer be placed?

<p>Either on the user desk or on the floor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a compact tower computer case?

<p>Limited room for expansion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of environment is a compact tower computer commonly found in?

<p>Corporate environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for a compact tower computer?

<p>Small form factor (SFF) model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Computer Case Types

  • Full-Size Tower: A vertically oriented computer case that provides ample room for expansion to accommodate additional components such as disk drives, adapter cards, and more.
  • Located on the floor under or beside a desk or table.
  • Requires an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

Compact Tower

  • A smaller version of the full-size tower, commonly found in the corporate environment.
  • Also known as a mini-tower or small form factor (SFF) model.
  • Can be located on the user desk or on the floor.
  • Provides limited room for expansion.
  • Requires an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

All-in-One Computer

  • Integrates all computer system components into the display.
  • Often includes touchscreen input and built-in microphone and speakers.
  • Depending on the model, all-in-one computers offer little to no expansion capabilities.
  • Requires an external keyboard, mouse, and power supply.

Computer Case Cooling

  • Computer components generate a lot of heat.
  • Fans are included in computer cases to move air through the case and provide cooling.

Computer Hardware Components

  • Keyboard, mouse, and monitor are essential components of a computer system.

Compact Tower Characteristics

  • Compact tower is a smaller version of a full-size tower.
  • It is commonly used in a corporate environment.
  • It may also be referred to as a mini-tower or small form factor (SFF) model.
  • It can be placed on the user's desk or on the floor.
  • It has limited room for expansion.
  • It requires an external keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

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