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Lesson 4: Hardware
Assignment Instructions
Subject:
Navigate to ifixit's Teardown page or another comparable website. On this page, find two devices that you would like to "virtually" dissect.
Dissection and Labeling:
Print the webpage as a PDF document. Using Adobe Acrobat, annotate the document by identifying the following parts.
Network Adapter/Internet connection
RAM
Power Supply
Input Device(s)
Output Device(s)
Hard Drive
CPU
Motherboard
Comparison:
Reflect on how the devices and how they compare. Did the inside of the device look like how you expected? Was it equally difficult to find all of the parts on both devices? What else struck you by completing this activity? What were some interesting details you learned from reading the dissection instructions?
Assignment
Assignment
Discussion Post
Introduction:
Computer hardware forms the foundation of the digital world, enabling us to interact with technology and accomplish various tasks. In this discussion, let's dive into the realm of computer hardware and uncover its components, functions, and impact on our daily lives. Choose 2 of the following prompts to write about for this discussion.
Prompt:
Key Components: Identify and briefly explain the essential components of a computer hardware setup. Mention components such as the CPU, RAM, storage devices, motherboard, and input/output devices.
Component Functions: Choose one component from the list and delve deeper into its function. How does it contribute to the overall performance and functionality of a computer system?
Hardware Evolution: Reflect on the evolution of computer hardware over the years. How have advancements in technology led to the development of faster processors, larger storage capacities, and more efficient devices?
Personal Devices: Discuss the role of computer hardware in personal devices such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables. How do hardware components differ between traditional computers and these portable devices?
Gaming and Graphics: Explore the importance of hardware in the gaming and graphics industries. How do high-performance GPUs and dedicated hardware impact gaming experiences and visual content creation?
Trends and Innovations: Research current trends and innovations in computer hardware. Are there any emerging technologies or breakthroughs that are shaping the future of hardware development?
Environmental Impact: Consider the environmental implications of hardware production, consumption, and disposal. How can sustainable practices be integrated into the design and lifecycle of computer hardware?
Post:
1. Personal devices: A big personal device in today's society is smart phones which all have touch screens which is much different from traditional computers as they do not have touch screens and everything is done through a mouse or key board. Laptops have also been huge as people are able to work more comfortably as people no longer need a big PC and monitor but just can carry around their laptop with them.
2. Environment Impact: Phone batteries are made out of lithium which when not disposed properly can contaminate water and start fires. We can try and find a different type of material for phone batteries or make it more known to the public how and where to dispose of them so they do not contaminate anything.
This week I created a created a document identifying key items of two different devices. I then wrote a reflection comparing the two devices and how I went about finding the key items. I then did a discussion post about computer hardware specifically about personal devices and environmental impact.