COMP 228 Lecture Notes - Lecture 19: Intel Gma, Athlon 64 X2, Nvidia
12 Apr 2016
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Basic computer with standard hardware features & a lot more memory than used. Entertainment: editing or storing music and videos, or playing 3d games. Need a lot of memory, good graphics, video & sound cards. See things on monitor or play games & more. Processor: dual-core processor (2 processors (two brains) on one chip will work much faster. New technologies: files get bigger (graphics and advanced functions) ex video. Processor speed, ram, hard drive, graphics card & battery life impact performance of computer. Mainstream ( true" notebooks): 5-7 pounds & screen size 14-15 inches. Desktop replacement notebooks: larger, heavy (>10 pounds) & large screens (>17 inches) Advances in technology (miniaturized components) possible to have capabilities of desktop. Subnotebooks (microbooks or ultraportables): smallest portable computers, <5 pounds & very small screens. Ergonomics: examines & applies theories & principles in order to optimize human well-being & performance. Important that computer is set up in a way that you don"t become uncomfortable.
