A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform many different operations

Lesson 3: Basic Parts of a Computer

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Introduction

The basic parts of a desktop computer are the computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord. Each part plays an important role whenever you use a computer.

Watch the video below to learn about the basic parts of a computer.

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Computer case

A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform many different operations

The computer case is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer, including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and power supply. The front of the case usually has an On/Off button andone or more optical drives.

Computer cases come in different shapes and sizes. A desktop case lies flat on a desk, and the monitor usually sits on top of it. A tower case is tall and sits next to the monitor or on the floor. All-in-one computers come with the internal components built into the monitor, which eliminates the need for a separate case.

Monitor

A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform many different operations

The monitor works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text on the screen. Most monitors have control buttons that allow you to change your monitor's display settings, and some monitors also have built-in speakers.

Newer monitors usually have LCD (liquid crystal display) or LED (light-emitting diode) displays. These can be made very thin, and they are often called flat-panel displays. Older monitors use CRT (cathode ray tube) displays. CRT monitors are much larger and heavier, and they take up more desk space.

Keyboard

The keyboard is one of the main ways to communicate with a computer. There are many different types of keyboards, but most are very similar and allow you to accomplish the same basic tasks.

Click the buttons in the interactive below to learn about the different parts of the keyboard.

If you want to learn how to type or improve your touch-typing skills, check out our free Typing Tutorial.

Mouse

A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform many different operations

The mouse is another important tool for communicating with computers. Commonly known as a pointing device, it lets you point to objects on the screen, click on them, and move them.

There are two main mouse types: optical and mechanical. The optical mouse uses an electronic eye to detect movement and is easier to clean. The mechanical mouse uses a rolling ball to detect movement and requires regular cleaning to work properly.

To learn the basics of using a mouse, check out our interactive Mouse Tutorial.

Mouse alternatives

There are other devices that can do the same thing as a mouse. Many people find them easier to use, and they also require less desk space than a traditional mouse. The most common mouse alternatives are below.

  • Trackball: A trackball has a ball that can rotate freely. Instead of moving the device like a mouse, you can roll the ball with your thumb to move the pointer.
  • Touchpad: A touchpad—also called a trackpad—is a touch-sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger. Touchpads are common on laptop computers.

    A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform many different operations

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VOCABULARY 2 name _____ PARTS OF THE COMPUTER ( more !) Refer to the PARTS chart and the definitions found in the WORD GUIDE. words for the week: Return/Enter Key, Alternate Key, NumLock, Menu Bar, Delete, Backspace, Shift Keys, Cursor, Toolbars, Icon/Button. Write the correct word next to its definition: (Put your cursor next to the dashes and start typing.) 1. A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform -- many different operations. 2. Accessible through VIEW, they provide multiple options for many -- different features. 3. A blinking line or arrow on the screen that shows your location. -- 4. Keys used to make capital letters and other symbols. -- 5. Key that when pushed deletes the character to the left of the 6. A key that when struck removes a segment of text.

parts of the computer (more!) Refer to the parts chart and the definitions found in the WORD GUIDE. Words for the week: Return/Enter Key, Alternate Key, NumLock, Menu Bar, Delete,

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1 VOCABULARY 2 name _____ PARTS OF THE COMPUTER ( more !) Refer to the PARTS chart and the definitions found in the WORD GUIDE. words for the week: Return/Enter Key, Alternate Key, NumLock, Menu Bar, Delete, Backspace, Shift Keys, Cursor, Toolbars, Icon/Button. Write the correct word next to its definition: (Put your cursor next to the dashes and start typing.) 1. A location on the monitor screen to mouse click and perform -- many different operations. 2. Accessible through VIEW, they provide multiple options for many -- different features. 3. A blinking line or arrow on the screen that shows your location. -- 4. Keys used to make capital letters and other symbols. -- 5. Key that when pushed deletes the character to the left of the 6. A key that when struck removes a segment of text.

2 -- 7. A blue line at the top of the screen displaying many options such as -- File, edit, view, insert, etc. 8. A key used to switch the numeric keypad between numeric entry -- and editing. 9. A key that when struck immediately before or as another key is hit -- causes that key to perform a special function. 10. A key that when struck causes the cursor to move to the left margin-- and down to the next line. a little review! 11. Keys that move the cursor in the directions indicated. -- 12. Special keys at the top of the keyboard, also called F Keys -- 13. A long bar at the bottom of the keyboard used to insert spaces -- 14. A calculator type keypad at the right side of the keyboard -- 15. A unit that reads and/or writes to CDs or floppies. -- your page over and lightly shade in each word as you find it in the puzzle on the back.

3 Follow the directions at the end carefully!!! You will ALSO find the words : CPU, Monitor, Printer, Keyboard, Control. Lightly shade in each word as you find it. When you have found all TWENTY words , circle any empty spaces. (Find Enter Key and Return Key separately, and Icon and Button separately.) Reading left to right, top to bottom, transfer the unused letters (21 of them) to the blanks below. What does Yoda have to say? N D S Y E K N O I T C N U F S U A L T E R N A T E K E Y P O M O N I T O R O S R U C A I O E R E C A P S K C A B C R C R E T U R N K E Y E D R O O I N O T T U B N O O N T C O N T R O L A W T E K E R K E V E H M E N U M L O C K E T I Y R E E T P Y E R P R I N T E R U I S L D A S U R N D R A O B Y E K D O T B R K Y D S A E T O O L B A R S I R S Y E K T F I H S D ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___.

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What is an MIS stroke of a key?

any misstroke of a key; also any variation between source copy and displayed or printed copy; departure from acceptable format. Error: key on the keyboard that is used to exit a program.

Which key is pressed as another key is struck to make capital letters and certain symbols?

SHIFT KEYS: Keys used to make capital letters and certain symbols.

What is a key that when depressed immediately before or as another key is stuck causes that key to perform a special function?

ALT: a key that when depressed immediately before or as another key is stuck causes that key to perform a special function. ALIGNMENT: formatting of a paragraph to align with the left margin, right margin, centered, or both margins.

What capitalizes all letters when locked down?

Caps Lock ⇪ Caps Lock is a button on a computer keyboard that causes all letters of bicameral scripts to be generated in capital letters. It is a toggle key: each press reverses the previous action.