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Using a Desktop Computer

What are the Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer?

All of the basic parts of a desktop computer are considered hardware. The computer case,

monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cordare considered the basic parts. These items are the

things you notice right away when you look at a desktop computer.

Beyond these parts are the hardware items that are located inside the computer case and the

peripherals, which are optional pieces of hardware that make the computer system more useful,

or enable you to accomplish additional tasks. Let's take a look at the basic hardware

components, or the things required in order to let you and the computer interact.

Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer (cont.)

Computer Case Computer CaseThe computer caseis the metal and plastic bo that contains the main componentsof the

computer. !t houses the motherboard, central processing unit "C#$%, the power supply, and more.
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Computer cases come in different shapes and si&es. A desktop caselies flat on a desk, and the

monitor usually sits on top of it. A tower caseis tall and sits net to the monitor or on the floor.The front of the case usually has an onoff switchandtwo or more dri!es.

ost of the personal computers you can purchase today include tower cases, rather than desktopcases( howe)er, some computers are being made with all of the internal components built into

the monitor, which completely eliminates the tower.


Computer with Two LC* onitors

"onitor

The monitorworks with a !ideo card, located inside the computer case, to display images and

tet on the screen. The two main typesare cathode ray tube "C+T% and liquid crystal display"LC*% monitors.

The C#$monitor is big, like a tube tele)ision, and takes up a lot of desk space( howe)er, it isthe least epensi)e monitor option. The %CDmonitor is thinand sa)es energy, but costs more.

)er the years you can epect to see fewer C+T monitors as LC* monitors become the

standard.

-our monitor has anonoff buttonand contro& buttonsthat allow you to change your monitor's


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display. Control buttons are either )isible or located behind a small panel. Additionally, some

monitors ha)e builtin speakers.

Power CordThe power cord is the &inkbetween the power out&etand the power supp&y unitin the computer

casing. !f the power cord is not plugged in, the computer will not power on. !t is a good idea to

keep the power cord plugged into an $ninterruptable #ower /upply "$#/%, which ser)es as asurge protector with its own temporary power source.


'eyboard

The keyboardis a piece of hardware that resembles a typewriter keyboard. !t is one of theprimary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data. There are many different types

of computer such as wired, wireless, ergonomic, multimedia, and more. Although there may be

differences in the location of some keys or features, keyboards are !ery simi&arand allow you toaccomplish basically the same tasks. The images below show you three different types of

keyboards.

/tandard 0eyboard

bout the 'eyboard


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The main part of a computer keyboardhas a&phanumeric"letter and number% keys

similar to a typewriter. 1owe)er, the keyboard also features keys that cause the computer

to perform specific tasks.

The *scape key, labeled *sc, allows you to stop a function or action. 2or eample, if

your computer suddenly free&es up, you may be able to resume by pressing 3sc. The +unction keys, along the top of the keyboard, are labeled +,- +- up to +,. These

shortcut keys allow you to quickly complete a specific task within certain programs. 2or

eample, 24 opens 1elp in icrosoft ffice.

5ireless 3rgonomic 0eyboard

The Print /creen- /cro&& %ock and PauseBreak keysare at the far right end of the

keyboard. The #rint /creen key takes a 6picture6 of your screen that you can edit or sa)eusing a graphics program.

The *nter keycarries out commands. 2or eample, while on the !nternet, you can type in

a website address, called a $+L, and press 3nter to go to the site.

The Contro& (Ctr&), &ternate (&t), and /hift keys are designed to work with other

keys. 2or eample, if you press Ctrl 7 / at the same time, you can sa)e a file.

The Backspace key erases the character to the left of

the cursor.


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iac $/B 0eyboard

To the right of the regular keys is the cursor contro& pad. At the bottom are four arrow

keys. #ressing any one of these keys mo)es the cursor in the direction of the arrow.

*epending on the keyboard you are using, there are fi!e to si0 keysabo)e the arrows

including8

o The De&ete key erases the character to the right the cursor.

o The 1nsert keyswitches between the insert mode and o)ertype mode. The insert

mode is the normal mode for word processing.

o The 2ome keymo)es the cursor to the &eftor beginning of the current line.

o *ndmo)es the cursor to the rightend of the current line.

o Page Up andPage downtake you to the top or bottom of the screen.

The 3umber pad, at the far right end of the keyboard, resembles a calculator keypad.

/imilar to the curser keys, you can use the arrow keys on this keypad to mo)e the cursor.



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"ouse

The mouseis a periphera&that is known as a pointing de!ice. !t lets you pointto ob9ects on the

screen, c&ickon them, and mo!ethem. #re)iously, it was considered an optional de)ice, but now

all desktop computers will come with a mouse.

There are two main types of mice optical and mechanical. The optica&mouse uses an

electronic eye to detect mo)ement and is easier to clean. The mechanica& mouseuses a rollingball to detect mo)ement and is more difficult to clean( howe)er, it is less epensi)e, so many

computers come with a mechanical mouse.

Another decision you ha)e when choosing a mouse is wired)ersus wire&ess. 5ireless

e)erything is popular right now, so it will be up to you to decide which type will work best foryou.

To properly use the mouse:

$sing your right hand, place your thumb on the desk or table top on the left side of the

mouse

-our inde "pointer% finger should rest on the left button of the mouse.

#lace your middle finger on the right button of the mouse.

-our ring finger and little finger should rest on the right side of the mouse.

The base of your wrist should rest on the mouse pad or desktop, for stability.

Lefthanded computer users sometimes use their right hand to maneu)er the mouse. 1owe)er, ifyou're lefthanded and want to use your left hand, the mouse buttons can be switched.

To Switch the Mouse Buttons for a Left-Handed User:

Click /tart.


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Choose /ettings Contro& Pane&.

Doub&ec&ick the ouse icon in the Control #anel window.

Click %efthanded.

Click 4'.

To properly use the mouse:

C&ick. /elect an ob9ect on the screen by pressing the &eft mouse buttondown with your

inde finger and then release the button.

Dragan ob9ect on the screen by pressing and holding down the &eft mouse buttonwith

your inde finger while mo)ing the mouse. 5hen the ob9ect is where you want it, release

the button.

Todoub&ec&ick, rapidly press and release the&eft mouse buttonwith your inde finger.

To rightc&ick, press and release the right mouse button with your middle finger.

A trackba&&is similar to a mouse, but the ball that helps maneu)er the cursor is on top instead ofunderneath.

Cha&&enge5

Think about the desktop computersyou')e seen at work, school, the library, a store, or afriend's house.

*o all the desktops look the same:

5hat pieces of hardware do they ha)e in common:

What are && the Buttons- /ockets- and /&ots Used +or?

Take a look at the front and back of your computer case and count the number of buttons,

sockets, and s&otsyou see. ;ow, look at your monitor and count any that appear there. -ou

probably counted approimately


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computers. Being familiar with the names of each and how they are commonly used will help

you when the time comes for you to connect that new printer, mouse, digital camera, or other

de)ice.

+ront of Computer Case


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Labeled 2ront of Computer Case

4. Power ButtonThe power buttonis used to power the computer on and off. Additionally, you can use

the power button on some computers to place the computer in different energysa!ing

modessuch as hibernate, sleep, and standby. !t is a good idea to read your manual to

learn how these features work on your computer. The power buttonis usually directly

abo)e the keyboard, but can also be located on any of the four sides of the laptop casing.


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music "if your computer is soundenabled%, !iew fi&es, and insta&& softwarethat is located

on a C*.

A CD writeris a de)ice that can be used in con9unction with a C*+ dri)e and

allows you to copy or burn information onto specific types of C*s called C*+5

"Compact *isk +e5ritable% and C*+ "Compact *isk+ecordable% discs.

>. D6D#4" (Digita& 6ersati&e Disc #ead4n&y "emory) Dri!eA D6D#4"dri)e, also known as an optica& dri!e, reads *?* discs, all types of C*s,

and can display mo)ies from digital )ideo discs. *?*s can hold more data than a C*, so

they are a good storage option. A D6D burneris a de)ice that can be used incon9unction with a *?*+ and allows you to copy information onto *?* discs. !t is

considered a type of storage.

!n many of the computers you can purchase today, the C* and *?*+ and@or

burners are combined.

. U/B PortThe $ni)ersal /erial #ort typically appears on the back of the computer case, but can

sometimes be found on the front of the case, or hidden under a panel on the front of thecase.

. udio 1nudio 4ut3)ery computer has a bank of audio portswhere you can connect)arious de)ices, including speakers, microphones, headsets, and more.

Back of Computer Case

n the back of the computer case are connection portsthat are made to fit specific de!ices. The

arrangement of these )ary from computer to computer, and many companies ha)e their ownspecial connectors for the specific de)ices. /ome of the ports are co&or codedto match a color

on the de)ice, which will help you determine which port is used with a particular de)ice.


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/ample Computer Case

Labeled Back ?iew of Computer Case

4. P/ PortThese ports are called #/@< ports and are used for the mouseand keyboard. any people

refer to them as the mouse port or the keyboard port.


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>. udio 1nudio 4ut

3)ery computer has a bank of audio portswhere you can connect )arious de)ices,including speakers, microphones, headsets, and more.Audio

. 67 Port

8our monitorcan is connected to this port.

. U/B PortThe Uni!ersa& /eria& Busport is one of the newest ports, but is also one of the mostuseful. These $/B ports let you attach a !ariety of de!icessuch as mice, printers,

keyboards, web cameras, $/B@flash dri)es, and digital cameras to your computer

quickly. Almost e)ery peripheral made comes in a $/B )ersion, and installing the

de)ices using U/B portsis much easierthan connecting de)ices using parallel and

serial ports. This is primarily because $/B ports do not require you to reboot yourcomputer before you can use the new de)ice.

Back of Computer Case (cont.)


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Labeled Back ?iew of Computer Case4. Para&&e& PortThe parallel port is one of the two origina& portson the first personal computer. !t is

commonly known as the printer portsince this port is used to connect your printer to

your computer( howe)er, with the rise in use of the $/B ports, you can epect to see adecrease in the use of this port. Currently, a large number of parallel port printers are still

manufactured and used on older computers that dont ha)e $/B support.

. *0pansion /&ots

These empty slots are where e0pansion cardsare added to computers. 2or eample, ifyour computer did not come with a )ideo card, you could purchase one and insert it here.


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. +ireWire Port

2ire5ire is actually the Apple brand name for the !333 4>D port, but the term caught onand it this port is commonly referred to as the 2ire5ire port. !t is the standard portused

with digita& !ideo camerasand highresolution scanners. 2ire5ire replaced the #arallel

/C/!, but it is not on e)ery computer( howe)er, you can buy an adapter card to add2ire5ire ports to your computer. The labeled image does not include a 2ire5ire port.

Periphera&s 8ou Can Use in 6arious Ports

#rinter

Printers8 A printeris a periphera&that is used to print, or produce, a )ersion of what

appears on the screen in a hardcopyformat. There are many types of printers a)ailableincluding ink9et, laser9et, and photo printers. Also, combination printers that include

scanners and copiers are increasing in popularity.

/canners8 A scannerallows you to copy an image or documentand sa)e it in

electronic form onto your computer. 5hile you can purchase a handheld and flatbed

scanners, you are more likely to purchase a scanner as an allinone option that combines


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a scanner, printer, and copier into one product.

/canners )ary in reso&ution, or sharpness, so when shopping for one, be sure to comparethe resolution of the products. A scanner is connected to the computer )ia a parallel port,

a $/B port, or a /C/! connection. ;o matter which connection is used, the images are

stored on your #C's hard dri)e in a digital format.

1eadphones

/peakers2eadphones8 /peakersand headphonesare output de)ices, which means that

they are de)ices that communicate information from the computer to the user. They allowyou to hear sound and music. Both speakers and headphones connect to a computer(

howe)er, some computers are designed with speakers built into the monitor.

"icrophones8 A microphoneis a type of input de)ice, or a de)ice that recei)es

information from a user. -ou connect the microphone to the computer and use the

computer to record sound or to communicate with another computer user )ia the !nternet.any computers come with builtin microphones.


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5eb Camera

Web Cameras8 Web cameras, or web cams, are de)ices that connect to a computer and

disp&ay a !ideo imageof whate)er it is recording. This )ideo image can be transmitted

o)er the !nternet, allowing a user in another location the ability to see the )ideo in real

time. 5eb cameras are used often in business for )ideo conferences, and are also a greattool for families to use to stay connected from different parts of the world.

9oystick or 7ame Contro&&er8 A:oystickis a le)er used while playing a computer

game.

Digita& Cameras8 A digita& cameralets you capture a picture in digita& (computer

readab&e) form. -ou can transfer that image directly from the camera to the computer.

5hen you use a digital camera, you can also pre)iew your pictures before printing them.

!f you don't like what you see, you can edit or delete them.


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#ersonal *igital Assistant

Persona& Digita& ssistant (PD)8 A #*A is a handhe&d computerthat can ha)e a

)ariety of features including a calendar, !nternet access, )ideo recording, wordprocessing, email access, phone, media player, and more. ost #*As can be

synchroni&ed with a #C to allow uptodate contact information stored on software such

as icrosoft utlook, +// feeds, or other web updates.

"P; P&ayers8 An "P; p&ayeris a portab&e de!icethat stores, organi&es, and p&aysaudio files. The player can read files that are recorded from a C* using a computer, or

downloaded from )arious sites )ia the !nternet.

Cha&&enge5

2ind out what types of dri!esare on your computer "e.g, C*+, *?*+%

Count the number is U/B Portson your computer.

What is 1nside a Desktop Computer?


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1a)e you e)er looked inside a computer casebefore: r seen pictures of the inside of one: The

small parts look )ery complicated, but the inside of a computer case really isn't that mysterious.This lesson will help you master some of the basic termino&ogyand understand a little about

what goes on inside the four walls of the computer casing.

%ook 1nside a Desktop Computer

Let's eplore the inside of a computer tower.

Central #rocessing $nit "C#$% CPUProcessor

The Central #rocessing $nit "C#$%, also called a processor, is located inside the computer case

on the motherboard. !t is often called the brain of the computer, or the computer's engine. !ts 9obis to carry out commands. 5hene)er you press a key, click the mouse, or start an application,

you're sending instructions to the C#$.

The processor determines how fasta computer can eecute instructions. A processor's speed is

measured in megahert< ("2=), or millions of instructions per second, and gigahert< (72=), or

billions of instructions per second. /o, the higher the hert&, the faster the computer can process


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instructions. The powerof the processor is measured in bits. The more bitsa processor can

handle, the more data it can handle, and therefore, the more powerfu&the processor.

C#$ /ocket

The C#$ is generally a inch ceramic s>uarewith a si&icon chiplocated inside. The chip

usually about the si&e of a thumbnail.

The C#$ fits into the CPU socket, which is co)ered by the heat sink, an ob9ect that absorbs heat

from the C#$.

There are many processor manufacturers for personal computers including !ntel, Cyri, ?!A, and

A*.

any processor chip designers include funny or interesting hidden artwork, such as images,

phrases, initials, and logos on the chips. This artwork is only )isible when the chip is open and

magnified, so it's really a 9oke among the chip de)elopers, rather than something intended for

e)eryone to see.

%ook 1nside a Desktop Computer (cont.)


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+andom Access emory "+A%

#"

#" (#andom ccess "emory)is your system's shortterm memory. *ata is temporarilystored here until you sa)e your work to the hard disk. +A is used by the system to store data

that is processed by a computer's C#$.

The computer's work takes place in +A. This is where programs run when you are using 5ord

to create a letter, or 3cel to produce a company spreadsheet.

This shortterm memory disappearswhen the computer is turned off, so always sa)e your file

before turning off the machine. 5hen you sa)e a file, you are sa)ing it to longterm storage that

does not disappear when the computer is turned off.


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+A on motherboard

The more #"you ha)e, the more things your computer can do at the same time, and the

fasteryour computer performs certain tasks. +A is measured in megabytes ("B) or

gigabytes (7B).

To understand megabytes and gigabytes, you need to know about bitsand bytes. A bit is thesmallest unit of data in computer processing. A byte is a group of eight bits. A megabyte is about

one million bytes. A gigabyte is 4,=,=== characters. ne B holds about == pages of singlespaced tet.

"otherboardThe motherboardis the computer's main circuit board. !t's a thin plate that holds the C#$

"Central #rocessing $nit%, memory, connectors for the hard dri)e and optical dri)es, epansion

cards to control the )ideo and audio, as well as )arious eternal ports and peripherals. The

motherboard connects directly or indirectly to e)ery part of the computer.

!f you decide to open the computer case and take a look, be sure to touch a grounded metal

ob9ect to discharge any static buildup. /tatic electricity can be transmitted through the computer

circuits and ruin them.

%ook 1nside a Computer (cont.)


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1ard *isk *ri)e 2ard Disk Dri!e

The hard disk dri!eis the data centerof the computer. All of your programs are stored here.

The hard disk dri)e is &ongterm storagewhere information is stored permanent&y. 5hen youuse a word processing program, the computer loads the instructions from longterm storage "your

hard disk% into shortterm memory.

1ard disk speeddetermines how fast your computer starts up and loads programs. The hard disk

is called the C dri)e on most computers.

4ptica& Disc Dri!e

An optica& disc dri!eis a peripheral de)ice that reads data stored on optical discs. /ome dri)es

can only read from discs, but often dri)es are both readers and burners. C* and *?* dri)es are

common optical dri)es. 2rom inside the computer, optical dri)es look )ery similar to hard diskdri)es.


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3pansion /lots *0pansion CardAn e0pansion card is a card which you can install to epand a computer's capabilities.

3pansion cards are inserted into e0pansion s&otson the motherboard. 2or eample, yourcomputer's !ideo cardis an epansion card which plugs into the epansion slots.

6ideo card

The !ideo cardis responsible for what you seeon the monitor. !f you like playing graphic

intense games on the computer, a good )ideo card is important to you. The main function of the

)ideo card is to generate and output images to the computer screen. Better graphics card equals

better performance when playing games or working on a high resolution monitor.

/ound Card

The sound card, also called an audio card, is another type of epansion card. !t lets the computerplay sounds through speakers. /ome motherboards feature integrated sound, and do not require a

separate sound card..

%ook 1nside a Desktop Computer (cont.)


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;etwork Card 3etwork cardThe network cardallows your computer to communicateo)er a network. 5ith the network

card you can set up a home network with a few computers and connect them by )ia 3thernetcords or wirelessly. ;etwork cards used to be epansion cards that plugged into themotherboard( howe)er, most newer computers ha)e a network interface built into the

motherboard.

#ower /upply $nit Power /upp&y Unit

The power supply unit in a computer con!erts the powerfrom the wall outlet to the type of

power needed by the computer. !t sends power through the cables to the motherboard and othercomponents.

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+e)iew the parts of the computeridentified in this lesson. ake sure you know the

function of each part.

2ow Do 1 Connect to the 1nternet?

-ou ha)e all the basic parts of your computer set up and want to start surfing the 1nternet. -ou

might e)en see an !nternet 3plorer icon on your desktop. -ou may be wondering if getting

online is as simple as clicking that icon. 5ell, yes and no.

There are basically three things you need to use your computer to become acti)e online an

1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P), a modem, and an !nternet browser. Before you can connect

to the !nternet, you ha)e some decisions to make about these three topics.

$ypes of 1nternet ccess

Before you can connect to the !nternet, you need to determine the type of 1nternet accessyou

would like, and which 1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P)you want to pro)ide you with thisaccess. An !/# is the company that pro)ides you with your connection to the !nternet for a fee.

ften !/#s offer different types and tiers of access, so it is a good idea to consider the commontypes of ser!icebefore eploring specific companies.

Dial-up Access

Dia&up accessis usually the &east e0pensi!eway to access the !nternet( howe)er, it is also the

s&owest. 5ith dialup ser)ice, you need a phone &ineand PC modemto dialup and beconnected to the !nternet by your !/#. A modem ties up the phone line so can't use the phone and

computer at the same time.

5hile dialup access can be an affordable option, the web pages &oad s&ow&ydue to the

limitations of the modem. /ome websites with a lot of )ideos or graphics may ha)e a difficulttime loading, if they load at all. Additionally, with dialup access, your !nternet connection isn't

immediate. /ince you ha)e to use the telephone line to dial into a ser)er, it can take from se)eral


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seconds to minutes before you can access the !nternet.

!f you only use the !nternet to check your email and occasionally )iew other websites, a dialupconnection may ser)e your needs. !f you are going to spend any significant amount of time

online, you should consider another option. 0eep in mind that some !/#s ha)e increased the fee

for dialup access in an effort to transition more people to broadband access.

DSL Access

D/%, or Digita& /ubscriber %ine, pro)ides highspeed, !nternet access through a phone &ine.

5ith */L ser)ice, you can talk on the telephone and access the !nternet at the same time. !t is

considered a type of broadband !nternet access, which refers to highspeed !nternet connectionsthat allow for transmission of data at rates 4= to = times faster than dialup ser)ice. ?eri&on and

AT E T are two popular */L pro)iders.

A D/% modemand an *thernet cardare required for installation. A splitter may also berequired to filter the */L signal from the low frequency )oice signal( howe)er, this is handled

by the !nternet /er)ice #ro)ider.

Cale Access

Cab&e accessis pro)ided through your local T? cable company and transferred through your T?

cables. Like */L access, it is considered broadband, highspeed !nternet access. !f you dontha)e cable T?, you can still purchase cable !nternet ser)ice as long as it is a)ailable in your area.

5ith cable access, web pagesload quickly and you will find it easy to download and uploadfiles. ne thing to be aware of though is that cable access is a shared ser!iceand can be affected

by others who use the same cable lines. 2or eample, if it is a holiday and e)eryone in your

neighborhood is at home surfing the web, you may notice that some aspects of ser)ice are slowerthan normal. !n most areas, this wont be an issue.

Satellite Access

/ate&&ite accesscan be used in locations where there is no broadband cable or */L !nternet

a)ailable. /atellite access is a!ai&ab&e across the wor&dand can pro)ide you with a broadband

connection that is equal to a high speed connection. /atellite ser)ice is the most e0pensi!eandwill require costs such as installation and satellite equipment, which will cost se)eral hundred

dollars.


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Choosing an 1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P)

nce you ha)e decided which type of 1nternet accessyou are interested in, you can determinewhich 1/Psare a)ailable in your area that offer the type of !nternet access you want. Then, you

need to choose the !/# that best meets your needs based on their prices and ser)ice packages,

and secure !nternet access through that company. Talk to friends, family members, and neighborsto see what !/# they use.

/ome things to consider as you research 1/Ps

/peed

#rice

Billing !nstallation /oftware

#hysical /er)ice

/er)ice +ecord

3tras such as email accounts and web space

Technical /upport

+emote Access

Contract Terms

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;etwork Card "odem

nce you ha)e your computer, you really don't need much additional hardware to connect to the

!nternet. The primary piece of hardware you need is a modem.

The type of !nternet access you choose will determine what type of modem you need. Dia&up

access uses a te&ephone modem, which may come installed on your computer. D/%ser)ice usesa D/% modem, cab&eaccess uses a cab&e modem, and sate&&iteser)ice uses a sate&&ite adapter.

These modems are usually included as part of the startup hardware from your !/# when you

sign a contract for ser)ice.

3etwork Card

A network cardis a piece of hardwarethat allows computers to communicate o)er a computer

network. ost newer computers ha)e a network card built into the motherboard, so it probably isnot something you will need to purchase. /ome modems use an 3thernet connection and network

card to access the !nternet, while other modems may use a $/B port.

#outer

A routeris a hardware de)ice that allows you to use se)eral computers on a sing&e 1nternetconnectionfrom your !/#. 5ith a router, all the computers in your home can connect to the!nternet and all you pay for is one account with an !nternet /er)ice #ro)ider and one !# address.

Additionally, cable, */L, and satellite users can use a router as a hardware firewa&&. /ome

people belie)e that a router pro)ides better protection from hackers than a software firewall.any routers are easy to install, priced reasonably, and can be used for wired or wirelessnetworks.


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!nternet Browser

A browseris the tool that allows you to )iew and interact on the !nternet. nce you ha)e anaccount with an !/# and can access the !nternet, you'll need to use a browser to access web

pages. Browsers can be referred to the window of the web because they allow you to )iew all the

pages on the !nternet.

ost computers come pre&oadedwith icrosoft !nternet 3plorer, so you don't ha)e to worry

about purchasing a browser( howe)er, you don't ha)e to use !nternet 3plorer. !f you would

prefer to try another browser option, you can. 2or eample, o&illa 2irefo is a free browser thatyou can download and use.

FC2Learn2ree.org 5ebsite ?iewed Through o&illa 2irefo Browser


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Cha&&enge5

+esearch < or more 1nternet /er!ice Pro!idersand compare their ser)ice packages.

*etermine which pro)ider and ser)ice package would be best for you, based on yourneeds.

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