chapter 6 summary
by Matt Chapman on Feb.10, 2010, under Uncategorized
- Laptops and PDAs are becoming increasingly popular due to reduced costs, lighter weights, increased capabilities, and battery power for portability.PDAs and Smartphones are small, handheld devices with many of the capabilities of a computer, such as an address book, calendar, e-mail, and Internet access.Laptops and desktops have ports that are virtually the same; therefore, the peripherals are interchangeable.
- Laptops can use docking stations or port replicators to quickly connect to desktop peripherals and AC power.Desktop and laptop components, such as motherboards, are not interchangeable. Additionally, laptop components tend to be proprietary to each manufacturer and designed with unique form factors.The laptop CPU is designed to use less power and create less heat than the desktop computer.
- The current third-generation standards enable cell phones to share some laptop functions, such as e-mail, Internet access, address, and calendar functions. Standards have not been adopted worldwide.Preventive maintenance will ensure optimal operation of the laptop. It is important to keep the laptop clean and in safe environments. It is critical to use the correct materials and techniques when cleaning the various components of a laptop.
February 22nd, 2010 on 3:17 pm
Matt, there really is not enough work here for this assignment. No specifics or real detail. Disappointing.