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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Computer Hardware Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
Put your interest in computers into an investigation of the career of computer hardware engineer. If you want to improve the speed and function of your computer, this is your career. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements...
Unit Plan
Goodwill

Gcf Global: Computer Science: Hardware and Software

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how hardware and software work together and how they affect computing systems.
Handout
Sophia Learning

Sophia: The Relationship Between Hardware and Software

For Students 9th - 10th
Differentiate between the functions of hardware and software.
PPT
Tom Richey

Linked In: Slide Share: Computer Hardware Crash Course

For Students 9th - 10th
This presentation covers the very basics on the internal hardware of a desktop computer.
Handout
Other

Open.edu: The Operation of Lan and Wan Hardware and Protocols

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the operation of LAN and WAN hardware and protocols.
Unit Plan
Technology Student

Technology Student: Computer Control

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes and illustrates the most common hardware components found in a computer.
Handout
Other

Dvd Hardware and Software Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
This chapter from the book "Robin Williams DVD Design Workshop" provides excellent guidance through the maze of tools available for authoring your own DVDs. Discusses hardware as well as software options and requirements.
Handout
University of South Florida

Florida Center for Instructional Technology: What Is Networking Hardware?

For Students 9th - 10th
Clickable network map shows information on the types and uses of networking hardware. Very basic introduction.
Handout
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Computer Buying Help

For Students 9th - 10th
This section of Computer Hope is designed to help users understand and make better decisions when purchasing computer hardware, software and computers. Be sure to review the section 'Buying locations' which gives you tips and what to...
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: History of Computing Hardware

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a Wikipedia description of the history of computing hardware.
Handout
University of South Florida

Chapter 3: Hardware: Routers

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on what routers are and how they work.
Website
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Free Computer Help for Everyone

For Students 9th - 10th
ComputerHope.com offers an archive of free computer-related information, including tutorials, troubleshooting tips, hints and more. Select "Hardware Listing" and "Software Listing" to choose from the extensive directory, or perform a...
Unit Plan
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Spreadsheet Software Applications: M1: L1: Computer Essentials

For Students 9th - 10th
In Module 1 Lesson 1 of this course, students are introduced to the basic functions of computer system components, to some technical vocabulary, and they will learn about computer security, privacy, and crimes. They will also learn how...
Handout
Other

Karbos Guide: The Pc and Its Motherboard

For Students 9th - 10th
An easy-to-understand site that details the basic components of the PC hardware system. Charts and pictures included with links to other modules.
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Other

Red Herring: The Business of Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Monthly magazine covering the business of technology. Includes tracking of financial markets, articles, research and newsletters.
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Other

Cross Platform Network Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
A tutorial with information on networking Windows and Mac Operating system computers. Includes hardware, and protocols.
Handout
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Basic Computer Troubleshooting

For Students 9th - 10th
Recommended steps to try when troubleshooting any software or hardware related issue. All of these steps are a great way to begin troubleshooting and/or to try when other solutions have not resolved your issue. When trying these steps,...
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Other

Webopedia: Bug

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a short, concise definition of the typical software or hardware bug. Provides hyperlinked terms, also.
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Other

Mcmse.com: Linux Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
This tutorials covers: Installation, Configuration, Administration, System Maintenance, Troubleshooting and System Hardware.
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Other

Control Escape: Determining Linux Hardware Compatibility

For Students 9th - 10th
Getting started with Linux can be a very exciting experience. It can also be a very painful experience if you aren't properly prepared for it. The first step to installing Linux is just to figure out whether Linux will run on your...
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Other

The Digi Barn Computer Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This site chronicles the innovations in computer technology including computer hardware, computer software and computer advertising.
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Other

Old Computers Rare, Vintage and Obsolete Computers

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a listing of old computer hardware as well as old computer ads.
Website
Computer History Museum

Computer History Museum: Timeline of Computer History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site presents an interactive timeline of computer development from 1939 through 1994. Upon selecting a year, the site presents all of the major computer hardware and software developments that occurred during that year.
Handout
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Cleaning Computer Components

For Students 9th - 10th
Cleaning your computer and your computer components and peripherals helps keep the components and computer in good working condition and helps keep the computers from spreading germs. General cleaning tips, cleaning tools and specific...

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