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* Xybernaut Corp is currently marketing a personal wearable computer The device is described as a personal multimedia appliance * Computers require direct current (DC) DC power provided by converting alternating current (AC) from wall outlets or batteries Desktop computers use power supply units Notebooks and handhelds use AC adapters Power Supply Copyright ? 2010 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. Computer technicians repair and install computer components and systems Employers look for Certification in computer repair Good communication skills Continued education is required Computer technicians can expect to earn an hourly wage of $50.00 Careers In IT Copyright ? 2010 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. A Look to the FutureXybernaut Corporation Wearable computers Send and receive email Maintain your personal schedule book Play interactive games and surf the Web from anywhere 6-* Describe the four basic types of system units. Describe the two basic components of the CPU. What are the differences and similarities between the three types of memory? Identify five expansion cards and describe the function of each. Identify and describe four standard ports and four specialized ports. Discussion Questions Copyright ? 2010 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. * * * * * Also known as the system cabinet is a container that houses most of the electrical components that make up a computer system. * Four basic types of system units Desktop – electronic components and selected secondary storage Horizontal models Vertical models or tower models Notebook – components, secondary devices, and input devices – often called laptop computers (Key Term) Tablet PC (Key Term) – supports the use of a stylus or pen to input commands and data Convertible tablet PC (Key Term) – notebook computer with monitor that swivels/folds Slate tablet PC– similar to notebook but monitor is attached to the system unit and does not h