Hard Drive:
The primary storage unit on a PC. It consists of one or more magnetic media platters on which digital data is written and erased magnetically. The size is the amount of information in gigabits (1000 megabits) the hard drive can store.
Input/Output Ports:
The various ports located on the computer’s tower. These typically include USB ports FireWire connections and additional peripheral connections like keyboard, speakers and mouse.
Memory:
The random–access memory (RAM) is the most common computer memory used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on. An integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored and accessed in any order. All storage locations are equally accessible.
Operating System:
The installed software application that organizes and allocates files and data. It enables the user to communicate with the computer. Common operating systems included Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OSX.
Optical Drive:
A disk drive that uses lasers lights to read and write data. Optical drives include CD readers and burners and DVD readers and burners.
Processor Speed:
Measured in megahertz (MHz,) the processor's speed is the rate at which the computer performs basic tasks like adding.
Video Card:
A peripheral device that attaches to a slot in your computer and enables the PC to process and deliver video. Once installed in the computer, a cable attaches the graphics card to a computer monitor. Some card types include NVIDIA GeForce and Radeon.
Warranty:
The limited time the manufacturer guarantees the quality and functionality of their product. Usually one year.
Video Memory:
The amount of video memory a computer has for processing graphics.
Audio:
The type of sound card included with the computer.
Network:
The ability of the computer to connect to other computers or the internet.
Depth:
The depth of the computer measured in inches.
Height:
The height of the computer measured in inches.
Weight:
The weight of the computer measured in pounds.
Width:
The width of the computer measured in inches.
A complete list of features and side-by-side comparisons of Home Computers products is available on the Home Computers Review Product Comparison page.
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