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To the user, the internet is a product that you buy. You pay a bill, it comes out of a cable into your router, and onto your computer. It's logical to see it as something that "comes from somewhere". However, that's not really what's happening. ISPs aren't supplying internet, they are the internet. ISPs rely on one another in order to funnel information across the web, and they're s » Continue Reading
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The Internet is a global network of billions of computers and other electronic devices. This works through a series of networks, servers, and devices that connect around the world through telephone lines and satellites, also known as the network of networks . This network has no center - even though it did start somewhere , if that center were to go offline, the internet would continue unimpeded. ... » Continue Reading
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When you think about your identity, I'm sure you can think of a few factors. Your age, your height and weight, your family history, these are all factors that help you determine who you are. In the digital world, we also have an identity. Have you ever wondered how Google maps has accurate traffic data? They're monitoring Android devices (Google's OS for phones) and their locations and speeds. Or ... » Continue Reading
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In the last lesson, we covered how to obtain a computer. Now that we know what they are and how to get one, we can start looking deeper into our files and start to understand them. When you want to see all your files, the process changes between different operating systems. For WindowsOS, you'll click the manila folder on your Task Bar, which is typically on the lower strip along the bo » Continue Reading
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In the last lesson , we covered each type of computer and the major-brand OS basics. Now that we've learned more about what makes each type so different, we can decide what we need in order to thrive in the digital world. We'll go over how to read specifications, find legitimate reviews, and make educated decisions. We'll also go over what stores across the world are reputable and why. When de » Continue Reading
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In the last lesson, we covered the types of software that are usually found within your machine. Working in tandem with the hardware, this is how your computer functions! Now we can discuss the differences between computer types and the OS they come with. The different computer types are: Smart Watches Phones and Handhelds Tablets Gaming Consol » Continue Reading
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Computer Anatomy - Digital Components In the last lesson , we covered the hardware of your computer, both inside and out. Now we'll cover the internal parts of your computer in the form of software. We've mentioned the Operating System, which is the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling » Continue Reading
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Computer Anatomy - Physical Components In the last lesson , we covered the definition of a computer, as well as the four parts needed for the machine to function - hardware, software, data, and the user. Now, we'll determine the most common forms of hardware. Once more, Hardware is the physical pieces of your computer. There are many pieces that can be connected, but let's go over the » Continue Reading
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What even is a computer? A computer is an electronic machine that takes information and uses it in some way. The information it uses is called data, which the computer receives through inputs. Types of inputs can include your keyboard, mouse, camera, and more - anything that send signals from you to your machine can be considered an input. What a computer does with those user inputs is a series of... » Continue Reading
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