IT104 Pre Lab: Use the Prebuilt Virtual Machine for This Course These instructions describe how to use the VMware Player to launch the preinstalled virtual machine for the labs in this course: 1. Copy the preinstalled virtual machine on to your USB external pocket hard drive. a. Create a folder on your USB portable hard drive to store all the virtual machines used for the curriculum. You may name the folder something like “Virtual Machines for My Courses”, and create subfolders in it by the course number.
Database software allows you to perform database operations. Spreadsheet software allows you to perform calculations using spreadsheets. Multimedia software allows you to create and play audio and video files. Presentation software allows you to display information in the form of a slideshow. This type of software includes three functions, editing that allows insertion and formatting of text, methods to include
1. What can be used with the SCSI- based technology? High- performance hard drives and Image scanners 2. What are two ways that USB version 2.0 ports can be added to a computer? A, C. Implement a USB hub and add a USB 2.0 expansion card - You can add USB ports to a computer by implementing a USB hub and by installing an add- on USB expansion card.
Many control panels are included as part of the Windows operating system, but others can be installed by third-party applications or utilities. For example, if you add a new mouse to your computer, it may come with a CD for installing a control panel specific for that mouse. Some graphics cards may also install an additional control panel that gives the user greater control over the computer's visual settings. Regardless of when control panels are installed, they can always be found within the Control Panel folder. The Windows Control Panel can be accessed by clicking the Start menu and selecting Control Panel.
– Characteristics of keyboards, mice, and other input devices. – How to take clean/care for keyboards, mice, and so on. Understand Multimedia Devices. – Webcams, cameras, microphones, and video capture cards. Installing Input and Multimedia Devices.
Similarly, pupil records may be stored by class, and then by pupil surname, which enables teachers and support staff to view or add to the individual records. In addition, documents (such as application forms for after school clubs, or medical leave forms) which need to be readily to hand for members of staff and/or customers to fill out may be stored in a filing cabinet equipped with labels on the outside of the drawers. This means that they can be easily located and given out as and when required. The second method, that of storing information electronically, is used for a wide range of documents and data. It allows a large amount of information to be stored without using up the often limited office space.
Name ______ _________________________________________ Date _9/5/2012_______ Chapter 1 Reading Organizer 1. List and explain the three things that have to work together in order for most computers to perform useful functions. Hardware – External and internal physical components App Software – Programs that are loaded onto computers to perform specific functions Operating System – Computer programs that manage the hardware of a computer 2. List and explain the two general categories of application software. Business/industry software – software that is designed for use by a specific industry such as medical practice management tools, educational tools, or tools designed for use by law profession for example CAD etc.
D Key Terms Computer networking – the gerund form of the term computer network. Computer network – a combination of many components that work together so that many different devices can communicate. Application – a function on any kind of computer or electronic device that is useful to the user, which can give the user a reason to want to own and use the device. More specifically, software that performs some useful function for the user. Email – electronic mail.
Formative Assessment in tracking learner progress Formative assessment (assessment for learning) is engaged during a course or programme. This is the type of assessment used and it allows teachers to adjust targets and objectives to suit the student until they develop skills and become more confident. Formative assessment is usually informal (Formative informal) and can take place at any time during the teaching and learning process. Feedback from formative assessment will be beneficial to both student and teacher as it not only allows the student to recognize their success and look at areas for development but it allows the teacher to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching and look to improve on future sessions. Formative assessment is often seen as being motivational as it can be seen as a review rather than an assessment.
Specification for IFSM 201 Due: 2/23/2013 Executive Summary The HP TouchSmart All-In-One-Computer is an appropriate PC laptop machine that meets the requirements as stated by the director. With a 4GB memory and 1TB hard drive and capabilities of supporting many software applications (Microsoft Office, Windows Media, etc), the HP TouchSmart can create documents, spreadsheets and presentations, and send and receive email. With a HD widescreen, infrared receiver and touch screen, it is also perfect for video conferencing and web courses. With its built-in app, the HP TouchScreen allows users to create and edit audio/video files and share these files via email, IM, and in chat rooms, with the ease of many ports and storage capacity. These ports