McGraw-Hill OnlineMcGraw-Hill Higher EducationLearning Center
Student Center | Instructor Center | Information Center | Home
Citing Electronic Information
Career Opportunities
Using the Internet
Study Skills Primer
Evaluating Internet Resources
Integrating Technology
Web Links
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Chapter Overview
Multiple Choice Quiz
Flashcards
Internet Exercises
Crossword Puzzle
Feedback
Help Center


Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom Teaching, 4/e
Vicki Sharp, University of California - Northridge
Getting Started on the Computer

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this chapter, you will be able to:

1. Discuss how the basic components of a computer system operate;

2. List three precautions for handling floppy disks and optical disks.

3. Give an explanation of the following:

  1. formatting or initializing a disk,
  2. making a backup copy of a disk, and
  3. copying or deleting a file;

4. List the differences and similarities between a mainframe, minicomputer, and microcomputer; and

5. Explore some useful Internet sites that include online stores, operating system sites, computer terms, and tips and tricks.









Copyright2002 McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Any use is subject to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
McGraw-Hill Higher Education is one of the many fine businesses of The McGraw-Hill Companies.