Chapter 1 Media Index

Chapter 2: How Computers Work

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2.1.1	Input, Process, Output and Storage Input Device Data Processing An Output Device
2.2.1	Boot Screen
2.2.2	Bootstrap Loading
2.2.3	Generic Cold Boot Sequence
2.3.1	Desktop Model Tower Models Typical Parts of a Computer Case Choosing a Computer Case External View of a Typical Power Supply Typical Components of a Power Supply Selecting Appropriate Power Supply
2.3.2	ATX Motherboard Distinguishing Features Features of ATX Motherboards Motherboard Form Factors Single Processor Motherboard PC Motherboard Chipset Manufacturers Common Motherboard Components
2.3.3	CPU Socket Types Slot Type Processors
2.3.4	BIOS ROM Functions
2.3.5	Expansion Slot Types Expansion Slots Microprocessor Control Signals
2.3.6	72-pin SIMM Module 168-pin DIMM Module RAM Types, Usage and Capabilities
2.3.7	The Monitor Summary of Monitor Characteristics by Type Monitor Degrees of Color Depth Video Cards
2.3.8	9-pin Male Serial Connector DB-25 Female Parallel Port DB-25 Male Parallel Port PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Ports USB Port/Connector FireWire 6-pin Cable and Connector
2.3.9	SCSI Interface/Controller Internal and External Daisy Chain
2.3.10	Floppy Drives
2.3.11	Typical Hard Disk Drive Hard Drive Components Hard Disk Platters
2.3.12	CD Drive Types and What They Can Do CD-ROM Speed Ratings Other Specifications
2.3.13	Typical NIC (Network Interface Card) RJ-45 Plug
2.4.1	Typical Notebook Computer
2.4.2	Ni-Cad Batteries Batteries Used in Portable Devices
2.4.3	Desktop LCD Monitor
2.4.4	Docking Station
2.5.1	How the CPU Processes Data
2.5.2	Common IRQ Default Assignments
2.5.3	Common DMA Default Channel Assignments
2.5.4	I/O Address Assignments