Computer Hardware and Software

We are going to explore how computers work, and the necessity of the various physical components of a computer.

Part 1 - Into to Computers and the IPO Model

Tech is Cool assignment to be submitted.
What is the IPO Model of computing?
- - I/O, Storage, Processing
What is a computer (note and study questions)?

The IPO Model of Computing Graphic.pdf

Tech is cool.pdf

Part 2 - Inside the Computer

Check/take up yesterdays homework.
Inside the Computer - Hardware handout
Watch this video and use the internet to help you complete Computer Hardware assignment.
- - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExxFxD4OSZ0
  - Know these parts: HDD/SSD, Motherboard, Power Supply, Monitor, RAM, Case/Tower, CPU, Video Card
  - Afterwards, try to identify where the components would connect to the motherboard
Try the online quiz: https://www.sporcle.com/games/alinrotundu/computer-hardware?t=computerparts
Finish Tech is Cool

Part 3 - Peripherals

Finish Computer Hardware Assignment from yesterday.

What are external peripherals?

- Complete the Peripherals note and Venn Diagram
Complete Tech is Cool if not done.

Part 4 - Computer Software

Take up HWK from previous days
What is Software (read through PPT)?
- - Operating System/System Software
  - Application Software
  - https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/understanding-applications/1/
Complete Software Uses assignment.
If done, complete bonus assignment: Software and Firmware

Part 1-4 Summary Assignment Computer Build

You are to complete the assignment on building your own computer from below.

Here is an article/guide to help you with your computer:

https://www.wepc.com/how-to/build-a-gaming-pc/

The computer hardware PPT may help as well.

Here are some websites that sell computer components. Remember you want to keep your costs down. Sale prices are a great way to save cash.

and many more...

Do not worry about including delivery or tax in your cost.

Computer Build Assignment.pdf

Computer Build Rebric

Computer Build Ruberic.pdf

Part 5 - Speed and Communication Inside a Computer

- Busses, take up Firmware/Software Questions
- Transfer rates on internal and external ports
- Factors affecting speed note
  - - - HDD/SSD
- The USB port research - What? Why?

Part 6 - The CPU

Lesson
- - Transistors vs. Vacuum Tubes
  - Logic Gates
  - Adder Circuits
Homework Questions

Part 7 - Maintenance

- Computer Maintenance
  - - Guide
    - Updating Software
    - What is defragmentation?
- Answer Maintenance Questions

Defragmentation Visual

Complete questions on Computer Maintenance - Questions 7, 8 and 9 will be submitted to Mr. Aldworth for marking.

Web Links:

Part 8 - Disposal of Computer Parts and the Environment

We generate a huge amount of electronic waste that is toxic and takes up a lot of space in landfills. It is our responsibility to deal with it in an ethical and responsible manner.

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uyIzKIw0xY
- What are the implications of electronic waste in society?
- What does Ontario do to manage electronic waste?
- What can you do to manage electronic waste?

Complete Electronic Waste Pamphlet Assignment

Part 9 - Planned Obsolescence

Go through lesson on planned obsolescence and complete the note.
- - Contrived Durability
  - Software Updates
  - Perceived Obsolescence
  - Prevention of Repair
Continue to work on E-Waste Pamphlet

Part 10 - Ergonomics

What is Ergonomics?
Ergonomics Assignment

Ergonomics Assign.pdf

Part 11 - Operating Systems

What is an Operating System?

Interfaces with hardware
Allows applications to use hardware/memory/cpu
Manages filesystem

What resources does it manage?

CPU Time
Memory
I/O Devices

Test Review

- - Anything covered in class may be on this test, including any homework questions and assignments.
  - You may use the review provided to help prepare.

Hint: Know the difference between main (primary) and auxiliary (secondary) memory and why the computer has both. This will be on the test!!

Hint #2: What does IPOs stand for?