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The document provides an introduction to personal computers, detailing basic components, the difference between hardware and software, and the purpose of an operating system. It includes practical activities for configuring devices, troubleshooting steps for common issues, and maintenance tips for keeping computers secure and functional. Additionally, it covers diagnostic methods for hardware and software performance issues, as well as network connectivity troubleshooting techniques.

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The document provides an introduction to personal computers, detailing basic components, the difference between hardware and software, and the purpose of an operating system. It includes practical activities for configuring devices, troubleshooting steps for common issues, and maintenance tips for keeping computers secure and functional. Additionally, it covers diagnostic methods for hardware and software performance issues, as well as network connectivity troubleshooting techniques.

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INTRODUCTION TO

PERSONAL
COMPUTERS
BASIC
COMPONENTS OF
A PC

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• CPU

• Power supply

2
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

▪ Hardware refers to the


physical components of a
computer that you can see
and touch like keyboard

▪ Software is a collection of
programming code installed on
your computer's hard drive
providing instructions for the
hardware to operate
T HE PURPOSE OF AN
OPERATING SYSTEM

do you

Provide platform on which


user can execute programs
conveniently and efficiently.
Also manages computer
hardware and software
resources
CREATING A NEW FOLDER ON A WINDOWS PC

1. Open Windows Explorer.


2. Select the drive that the new folder should be created in.
3. Select File>New>Folder from the menu bar.
4. Type in appropriate name for the folder.
5. Press Enter.

5
WAYS TO KEEP YOUR
COMPUTER SECURE

• Keep-up-to-date: update your system,


browser and important apps regularly,
taking advantage of automatic updating
when it's available.
• Antivirus software: it protects your
device from viruses that can destroy
your data, slow down or crash your
device.
• Firewalls: a software program or piece
of hardware that blocks hackers from
entering and using your computer.
• Use strong protection: choose passwords
that are hard to guess.
PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES

Configure email on Android phone Configure BT on Android phone Configure and install a printer Share a printer on Windows

-Open the Gmail app -Swipe down from the Select the Add content
-Add a new email top of the screen
account -Touch and hold
-Enter your email Bluetooth
details
-Tap the name of the
-Configure server Bluetooth device you
settings want to pair with your
-Customize account device.
options
-Follow any on-screen
-Complete the setup instructions.
STEPS TO DIAGNOSE A COMPUTER THAT WON'T BOOT
UP

Step 1: Check your cables


Step 2: Internal wiring
Step 3: Post codes, motherboards and hardware tests
Step 4: Power button
Step 5: Test your components

8
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
SOFTWARE/HARDWARE
PERFOMANCE ISSUES

A way t o different iate be tween


h ardwa re or a s oft ware is su e is to r un
d iagn os tic tes ts your syst em a nd
comp on ent s.

9
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREVENTIVE
MAINTENANCE AND REACTIVE
MAINTENANCE

Reactive maintenance approaches deal with


equipment problems as they occur, as opposed to
preventive maintenance programs, which aim to
proactively head off prospective problems.

10
TROUBLESHOOTING
A COMPUTER THAT
Step 1: Restart your PC.
IS RUNNING SLOW Step 2: Identify programs that slow down your computer.
Step 3: Check your web browser and add-ons.
Step 4: Defragment your hard drive disk
Step 5: Identify hardware limiting your computer's speed.
Step 6: Free up hard drive space.
Step 7: Upgrade storage with an SSD
Step 8: Add more memory(RAM).

11
PRECAUTIONS TAKEN WHEN
CLEANING HARDWARE
COMPONENTS TO PREVENT
DAMAGE

-Unplug all external power sources and cables


-Use a lint-free cloth such as a screen wipe or cloth
made from microfiber.
-Spray the cleaning solution on the cloth and then
wipe the hardware.
-Avoid excessive wiping and do not submerge
electronics in cleaning solution.

12
EFFECT OF IMPROPER COOLING AND PREVENTIVE
MEASURES THAT CAN BE IMPLEMENTED

-If your computer is too hot, you may notice laggy graphics or slower than usual load
times and you may also hear the fan working overtime.
-Try maintaining your fans, upgrading to a water cooling kit, optimizing your PC or
laptop settings or shutting down your computer for some time .

13
STEPS TO IDENTIFY A
FAULTY POWER SUPPLY IN
A DESKTOP COMPUTER

Check the connection for each PSU


cable running to the computer
hardware component. Look inside the
case for the motherboard light.

14
TROUBLESHOOTING
A NETWORK
CONNECTIVITY
ISSUE
IPCONFIG: open the command prompt
and type "ipconfig" into the terminal.

PING: go to the command prompt and


enter ''ping" followed by the IP TRACERT: to use the tool on Linux
address or the URL. systems, open the terminal and
type traceroute followed by the
hostname(URL or IP address). In
Windows systems, type tracert
followed by hostname. For
example(tracert
www.wikipedia.com)

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