Using a Desktop Computer

What are the Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer?

All of the basic parts of a desktop computer are considered hardware. The computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord are considered the basic parts. These items are the things you notice right away when you look at a desktop computer. Beyond these parts are the hardware items that are located inside the computer case and the peripherals, which are optional pieces of hardware that make the computer system more useful, or enable you to accomplish additional tasks. Let's take a look at the basic hardware components, or the things required in order to let you and the computer interact.

Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer (cont.)

Computer Case Computer Case The computer case is the metal and plastic bo that contains the main components of the computer. !t houses the motherboard, central processing unit "C#$%, the power supply, and more.

Computer cases come in different shapes and si&es. A desktop case lies flat on a desk, and the monitor usually sits on top of it. A tower case is tall and sits ne t to the monitor or on the floor. The front of the case usually has an on off switch and two or more dri!es. 'ost of the personal computers you can purchase today include tower cases, rather than desktop cases( howe)er, some computers are being made with all of the internal components built into the monitor, which completely eliminates the tower.

Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer (cont.)

Computer with Two LC* 'onitors

"onitor The monitor works with a !ideo card, located inside the computer case, to display images and te t on the screen. The two main types are cathode ray tube "C+T% and liquid crystal display "LC*% monitors. The C#$ monitor is big, like a tube tele)ision, and takes up a lot of desk space( howe)er, it is the least e pensi)e monitor option. The %CD monitor is thin and sa)es energy, but costs more. ,)er the years you can e pect to see fewer C+T monitors as LC* monitors become the standard. -our monitor has an on off button and contro& buttons that allow you to change your monitor's

display. Control buttons are either )isible or located behind a small panel. Additionally, some monitors ha)e built.in speakers.

Power Cord The power cord is the &ink between the power out&et and the power supp&y unit in the computer casing. !f the power cord is not plugged in, the computer will not power on. !t is a good idea to keep the power cord plugged into an $ninterruptable #ower /upply "$#/%, which ser)es as a surge protector with its own temporary power source.

Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer (cont.)

'eyboard The keyboard is a piece of hardware that resembles a typewriter keyboard. !t is one of the primary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data. There are many different types of computer such as wired, wireless, ergonomic, multimedia, and more. Although there may be differences in the location of some keys or features, keyboards are !ery simi&ar and allow you to accomplish basically the same tasks. The images below show you three different types of keyboards.

/tandard 0eyboard (bout the 'eyboard

The main part of a computer keyboard has a&pha)numeric "letter and number% keys similar to a typewriter. 1owe)er, the keyboard also features keys that cause the computer to perform specific tasks. The *scape key, labeled *sc, allows you to stop a function or action. 2or e ample, if your computer suddenly free&es up, you may be able to resume by pressing 3sc. The +unction keys, along the top of the keyboard, are labeled +,- +.- up to +,.. These shortcut keys allow you to quickly complete a specific task within certain programs. 2or e ample, 24 opens 1elp in 'icrosoft ,ffice.

5ireless 3rgonomic 0eyboard

The Print /creen- /cro&& %ock and Pause Break keys are at the far right end of the keyboard. The #rint /creen key takes a 6picture6 of your screen that you can edit or sa)e using a graphics program. The *nter key carries out commands. 2or e ample, while on the !nternet, you can type in a website address, called a $+L, and press 3nter to go to the site. The Contro& (Ctr&), (&ternate ((&t), and /hift keys are designed to work with other keys. 2or e ample, if you press Ctrl 7 / at the same time, you can sa)e a file. The Backspace key erases the character to the left of the cursor.

i'ac $/B 0eyboard To the right of the regular keys is the cursor contro& pad. At the bottom are four arrow keys. #ressing any one of these keys mo)es the cursor in the direction of the arrow. *epending on the keyboard you are using, there are fi!e to si0 keys abo)e the arrows including8 o The De&ete key erases the character to the right the cursor. o The 1nsert key switches between the insert mode and o)ertype mode. The insert mode is the normal mode for word processing. o The 2ome key mo)es the cursor to the &eft or beginning of the current line. o *nd mo)es the cursor to the right end of the current line. o Page Up and Page down take you to the top or bottom of the screen. The 3umber pad, at the far right end of the keyboard, resembles a calculator keypad. /imilar to the curser keys, you can use the arrow keys on this keypad to mo)e the cursor.

Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer (cont.)

'ouse "ouse The mouse is a periphera& that is known as a pointing de!ice. !t lets you point to ob9ects on the screen, c&ick on them, and mo!e them. #re)iously, it was considered an optional de)ice, but now all desktop computers will come with a mouse. There are two main types of mice .. optical and mechanical. The optica& mouse uses an electronic eye to detect mo)ement and is easier to clean. The mechanica& mouse uses a rolling ball to detect mo)ement and is more difficult to clean( howe)er, it is less e pensi)e, so many computers come with a mechanical mouse. Another decision you ha)e when choosing a mouse is wired )ersus wire&ess. 5ireless e)erything is popular right now, so it will be up to you to decide which type will work best for you.

To properly use the mouse:

$sing your right hand, place your thumb on the desk or table top on the left side of the mouse -our inde "pointer% finger should rest on the left button of the mouse. #lace your middle finger on the right button of the mouse. -our ring finger and little finger should rest on the right side of the mouse. The base of your wrist should rest on the mouse pad or desktop, for stability.

Left.handed computer users sometimes use their right hand to maneu)er the mouse. 1owe)er, if you're left.handed and want to use your left hand, the mouse buttons can be switched.

To Switch the Mouse Buttons for a Left-Handed User:

Click /tart.

Choose /ettings Contro& Pane&. Doub&e)c&ick the 'ouse icon in the Control #anel window. Click %eft)handed. Click 4'.

To properly use the mouse:

C&ick. /elect an ob9ect on the screen by pressing the &eft mouse button down with your inde finger and then release the button. Drag an ob9ect on the screen by pressing and holding down the &eft mouse button with your inde finger while mo)ing the mouse. 5hen the ob9ect is where you want it, release the button. To doub&e)c&ick, rapidly press and release the &eft mouse button with your inde finger. To right)c&ick, press and release the right mouse button with your middle finger.

A trackba&& is similar to a mouse, but the ball that helps maneu)er the cursor is on top instead of underneath.

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Think about the desktop computers you')e seen at work, school, the library, a store, or a friend's house. *o all the desktops look the same: 5hat pieces of hardware do they ha)e in common:

What are (&& the Buttons- /ockets- and /&ots Used +or?
Take a look at the front and back of your computer case and count the number of buttons, sockets, and s&ots you see. ;ow, look at your monitor and count any that appear there. -ou probably counted appro imately <=. 3ach computer is different, therefore the buttons, slots, and sockets will !ary from computer to computer( howe)er, there are certain features you can e pect to find on most desktop

computers. Being familiar with the names of each and how they are commonly used will help you when the time comes for you to connect that new printer, mouse, digital camera, or other de)ice.

+ront of Computer Case

Labeled 2ront of Computer Case 4. Power Button The power button is used to power the computer on and off. Additionally, you can use the power button on some computers to place the computer in different energy)sa!ing modes such as hibernate, sleep, and standby. !t is a good idea to read your manual to learn how these features work on your computer. The power button is usually directly abo)e the keyboard, but can also be located on any of the four sides of the laptop casing. <. CD)#4" (Compact Disk #ead)4n&y "emory) Dri!e A CD)#4" dri!e, also known as an optica& dri!e, allows you to play a C*.+,' , 9ust like a C* player allows you to listen to music. 5ith a C*.+,' dri)e you can &isten to

music "if your computer is sound.enabled%, !iew fi&es, and insta&& software that is located on a C*. A CD writer is a de)ice that can be used in con9unction with a C*.+,' dri)e and allows you to copy or burn information onto specific types of C*s called C*.+5 "Compact *isk +e5ritable% and C*.+ "Compact *isk.+ecordable% discs.

>. D6D)#4" (Digita& 6ersati&e Disc #ead)4n&y "emory) Dri!e A D6D)#4" dri)e, also known as an optica& dri!e, reads *?* discs, all types of C*s, and can display mo)ies from digital )ideo discs. *?*s can hold more data than a C*, so they are a good storage option. A D6D burner is a de)ice that can be used in con9unction with a *?*.+,' and allows you to copy information onto *?* discs. !t is considered a type of storage.

!n many of the computers you can purchase today, the C* and *?*.+,' and@or burners are combined. A. U/B Port The $ni)ersal /erial #ort typically appears on the back of the computer case, but can sometimes be found on the front of the case, or hidden under a panel on the front of the case. B. (udio 1n (udio 4ut 3)ery computer has a bank of audio ports where you can connect )arious de)ices, including speakers, microphones, headsets, and more.

Back of Computer Case

,n the back of the computer case are connection ports that are made to fit specific de!ices. The arrangement of these )ary from computer to computer, and many companies ha)e their own special connectors for the specific de)ices. /ome of the ports are co&or coded to match a color on the de)ice, which will help you determine which port is used with a particular de)ice.

/ample Computer Case

Labeled Back ?iew of Computer Case 4. P/ . Port These ports are called #/@< ports and are used for the mouse and keyboard. 'any people refer to them as the mouse port or the keyboard port. <. *thernet Port This port looks a lot like the modem or telephone port but it is actually wider. -ou can use this port for networking and also connecting to the !nternet. 3thernet

>. (udio 1n (udio 4ut 3)ery computer has a bank of audio ports where you can connect )arious de)ices, including speakers, microphones, headsets, and more.Audio A. 67( Port 8our monitor can is connected to this port. B. U/B Port The Uni!ersa& /eria& Bus port is one of the newest ports, but is also one of the most useful. These $/B ports let you attach a !ariety of de!ices such as mice, printers, keyboards, web cameras, $/B@flash dri)es, and digital cameras to your computer quickly. Almost e)ery peripheral made comes in a $/B )ersion, and installing the de)ices using U/B ports is much easier than connecting de)ices using parallel and serial ports. This is primarily because $/B ports do not require you to reboot your computer before you can use the new de)ice.

Back of Computer Case (cont.)

Labeled Back ?iew of Computer Case 4. Para&&e& Port The parallel port is one of the two origina& ports on the first personal computer. !t is commonly known as the printer port since this port is used to connect your printer to your computer( howe)er, with the rise in use of the $/B ports, you can e pect to see a decrease in the use of this port. Currently, a large number of parallel port printers are still manufactured and used on older computers that donCt ha)e $/B support. <. /eria& Port The seria& port is the other origina& port on the first personal computer. /erial ports can be used to plug in de)ices such as dial.up modems and other de)ices. ,n recent computers, the seria& port has been rep&aced by the U/B port. This is due to the fact that most peripherals use the $/B dri)e. >. *0pansion /&ots These empty slots are where e0pansion cards are added to computers. 2or e ample, if your computer did not come with a )ideo card, you could purchase one and insert it here.

A. +ireWire Port 2ire5ire is actually the Apple brand name for the !333 4>DA port, but the term caught on and it this port is commonly referred to as the 2ire5ire port. !t is the standard port used with digita& !ideo cameras and high.resolution scanners. 2ire5ire replaced the #arallel /C/!, but it is not on e)ery computer( howe)er, you can buy an adapter card to add 2ire5ire ports to your computer. The labeled image does not include a 2ire5ire port.

Periphera&s 8ou Can Use in 6arious Ports

#rinter

Printers8 A printer is a periphera& that is used to print, or produce, a )ersion of what appears on the screen in a hardcopy format. There are many types of printers a)ailable including ink.9et, laser.9et, and photo printers. Also, combination printers that include scanners and copiers are increasing in popularity. /canners8 A scanner allows you to copy an image or document and sa)e it in electronic form onto your computer. 5hile you can purchase a hand.held and flatbed scanners, you are more likely to purchase a scanner as an all.in.one option that combines

a scanner, printer, and copier into one product. /canners )ary in reso&ution, or sharpness, so when shopping for one, be sure to compare the resolution of the products. A scanner is connected to the computer )ia a parallel port, a $/B port, or a /C/! connection. ;o matter which connection is used, the images are stored on your #C's hard dri)e in a digital format.

1eadphones /peakers 2eadphones8 /peakers and headphones are output de)ices, which means that they are de)ices that communicate information from the computer to the user. They allow you to hear sound and music. Both speakers and headphones connect to a computer( howe)er, some computers are designed with speakers built into the monitor.

"icrophones8 A microphone is a type of input de)ice, or a de)ice that recei)es information from a user. -ou connect the microphone to the computer and use the computer to record sound or to communicate with another computer user )ia the !nternet. 'any computers come with built.in microphones.

5eb Camera Web Cameras8 Web cameras, or web cams, are de)ices that connect to a computer and disp&ay a !ideo image of whate)er it is recording. This )ideo image can be transmitted o)er the !nternet, allowing a user in another location the ability to see the )ideo in real. time. 5eb cameras are used often in business for )ideo conferences, and are also a great tool for families to use to stay connected from different parts of the world.

9oystick or 7ame Contro&&er8 A :oystick is a le)er used while playing a computer game. Digita& Cameras8 A digita& camera lets you capture a picture in digita& (computer) readab&e) form. -ou can transfer that image directly from the camera to the computer. 5hen you use a digital camera, you can also pre)iew your pictures before printing them. !f you don't like what you see, you can edit or delete them.

#ersonal *igital Assistant Persona& Digita& (ssistant (PD()8 A #*A is a handhe&d computer that can ha)e a )ariety of features including a calendar, !nternet access, )ideo recording, word processing, email access, phone, media player, and more. 'ost #*As can be synchroni&ed with a #C to allow up.to.date contact information stored on software such as 'icrosoft ,utlook, +// feeds, or other web updates.

"P; P&ayers8 An "P; p&ayer is a portab&e de!ice that stores, organi&es, and p&ays audio files. The player can read files that are recorded from a C* using a computer, or downloaded from )arious sites )ia the !nternet.

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2ind out what types of dri!es are on your computer "e.g, C*.+,', *?*.+,'% Count the number is U/B Ports on your computer.

What is 1nside a Desktop Computer?

1a)e you e)er looked inside a computer case before: ,r seen pictures of the inside of one: The small parts look )ery complicated, but the inside of a computer case really isn't that mysterious. This lesson will help you master some of the basic termino&ogy and understand a little about what goes on inside the four walls of the computer casing.

( %ook 1nside a Desktop Computer

Let's e plore the inside of a computer tower.

Central #rocessing $nit "C#$% CPU Processor The Central #rocessing $nit "C#$%, also called a processor, is located inside the computer case on the motherboard. !t is often called the brain of the computer, or the computer's engine. !ts 9ob is to carry out commands. 5hene)er you press a key, click the mouse, or start an application, you're sending instructions to the C#$. The processor determines how fast a computer can e ecute instructions. A processor's speed is measured in megahert< ("2=), or millions of instructions per second, and gigahert< (72=), or billions of instructions per second. /o, the higher the hert&, the faster the computer can process

instructions. The power of the processor is measured in bits. The more bits a processor can handle, the more data it can handle, and therefore, the more powerfu& the processor.

C#$ /ocket The C#$ is generally a . inch ceramic s>uare with a si&icon chip located inside. The chip usually about the si&e of a thumbnail. The C#$ fits into the CPU socket, which is co)ered by the heat sink, an ob9ect that absorbs heat from the C#$. There are many processor manufacturers for personal computers including !ntel, Cyri , ?!A, and A'*. 'any processor chip designers include funny or interesting hidden artwork, such as images, phrases, initials, and logos on the chips. This artwork is only )isible when the chip is open and magnified, so it's really a 9oke among the chip de)elopers, rather than something intended for e)eryone to see.

( %ook 1nside a Desktop Computer (cont.)

+andom Access 'emory "+A'% #(" #(" (#andom (ccess "emory) is your system's short)term memory. *ata is temporarily stored here until you sa)e your work to the hard disk. +A' is used by the system to store data that is processed by a computer's C#$. The computer's work takes place in +A'. This is where programs run when you are using 5ord to create a letter, or 3 cel to produce a company spreadsheet. This short)term memory disappears when the computer is turned off, so always sa)e your file before turning off the machine. 5hen you sa)e a file, you are sa)ing it to long.term storage that does not disappear when the computer is turned off.

+A' on motherboard The more #(" you ha)e, the more things your computer can do at the same time, and the faster your computer performs certain tasks. +A' is measured in megabytes ("B) or gigabytes (7B). To understand megabytes and gigabytes, you need to know about bits and bytes. A bit is the smallest unit of data in computer processing. A byte is a group of eight bits. A megabyte is about one million bytes. A gigabyte is 4,=<A megabytes. To put this into perspecti)e, consider that a printed page of single.spaced te t contains about >,=== characters. ,ne 'B holds about A== pages of single.spaced te t.

"otherboard The motherboard is the computer's main circuit board. !t's a thin plate that holds the C#$ "Central #rocessing $nit%, memory, connectors for the hard dri)e and optical dri)es, e pansion cards to control the )ideo and audio, as well as )arious e ternal ports and peripherals. The motherboard connects directly or indirectly to e)ery part of the computer. !f you decide to open the computer case and take a look, be sure to touch a grounded metal ob9ect to discharge any static buildup. /tatic electricity can be transmitted through the computer circuits and ruin them.

( %ook 1nside a Computer (cont.)

1ard *isk *ri)e 2ard Disk Dri!e The hard disk dri!e is the data center of the computer. All of your programs are stored here. The hard disk dri)e is &ong)term storage where information is stored permanent&y. 5hen you use a word processing program, the computer loads the instructions from long.term storage "your hard disk% into short.term memory. 1ard disk speed determines how fast your computer starts up and loads programs. The hard disk is called the C dri)e on most computers. 4ptica& Disc Dri!e An optica& disc dri!e is a peripheral de)ice that reads data stored on optical discs. /ome dri)es can only read from discs, but often dri)es are both readers and burners. C* and *?* dri)es are common optical dri)es. 2rom inside the computer, optical dri)es look )ery similar to hard disk dri)es.

3 pansion /lots *0pansion Card An e0pansion card is a card which you can install to e pand a computer's capabilities. 3 pansion cards are inserted into e0pansion s&ots on the motherboard. 2or e ample, your computer's !ideo card is an e pansion card which plugs into the e pansion slots. 6ideo card The !ideo card is responsible for what you see on the monitor. !f you like playing graphic. intense games on the computer, a good )ideo card is important to you. The main function of the )ideo card is to generate and output images to the computer screen. Better graphics card equals better performance when playing games or working on a high resolution monitor. /ound Card The sound card, also called an audio card, is another type of e pansion card. !t lets the computer play sounds through speakers. /ome motherboards feature integrated sound, and do not require a separate sound card..

( %ook 1nside a Desktop Computer (cont.)

;etwork Card 3etwork card The network card allows your computer to communicate o)er a network. 5ith the network card you can set up a home network with a few computers and connect them by )ia 3thernet cords or wirelessly. ;etwork cards used to be e pansion cards that plugged into the motherboard( howe)er, most newer computers ha)e a network interface built into the motherboard.

#ower /upply $nit Power /upp&y Unit The power supply unit in a computer con!erts the power from the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer. !t sends power through the cables to the motherboard and other components.

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+e)iew the parts of the computer identified in this lesson. 'ake sure you know the function of each part.

2ow Do 1 Connect to the 1nternet?

-ou ha)e all the basic parts of your computer set up and want to start surfing the 1nternet. -ou might e)en see an !nternet 3 plorer icon on your desktop. -ou may be wondering if getting online is as simple as clicking that icon. 5ell, yes and no. There are basically three things you need to use your computer to become acti)e online .. an 1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P), a modem, and an !nternet browser. Before you can connect to the !nternet, you ha)e some decisions to make about these three topics.

$ypes of 1nternet (ccess

Before you can connect to the !nternet, you need to determine the type of 1nternet access you would like, and which 1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P) you want to pro)ide you with this access. An !/# is the company that pro)ides you with your connection to the !nternet for a fee. ,ften !/#s offer different types and tiers of access, so it is a good idea to consider the common types of ser!ice before e ploring specific companies.

Dial-up Access
Dia&)up access is usually the &east e0pensi!e way to access the !nternet( howe)er, it is also the s&owest. 5ith dial.up ser)ice, you need a phone &ine and PC modem to dial.up and be connected to the !nternet by your !/#. A modem ties up the phone line so can't use the phone and computer at the same time. 5hile dial.up access can be an affordable option, the web pages &oad s&ow&y due to the limitations of the modem. /ome websites with a lot of )ideos or graphics may ha)e a difficult time loading, if they load at all. Additionally, with dial.up access, your !nternet connection isn't immediate. /ince you ha)e to use the telephone line to dial into a ser)er, it can take from se)eral

seconds to minutes before you can access the !nternet. !f you only use the !nternet to check your email and occasionally )iew other websites, a dial.up connection may ser)e your needs. !f you are going to spend any significant amount of time online, you should consider another option. 0eep in mind that some !/#s ha)e increased the fee for dial.up access in an effort to transition more people to broadband access.

DSL Access
D/%, or Digita& /ubscriber %ine, pro)ides high.speed, !nternet access through a phone &ine. 5ith */L ser)ice, you can talk on the telephone and access the !nternet at the same time. !t is considered a type of broadband !nternet access, which refers to high.speed !nternet connections that allow for transmission of data at rates 4= to B= times faster than dial.up ser)ice. ?eri&on and AT E T are two popular */L pro)iders. A D/% modem and an *thernet card are required for installation. A splitter may also be required to filter the */L signal from the low frequency )oice signal( howe)er, this is handled by the !nternet /er)ice #ro)ider.

Ca le Access
Cab&e access is pro)ided through your local T? cable company and transferred through your T? cables. Like */L access, it is considered broadband, high.speed !nternet access. !f you donCt ha)e cable T?, you can still purchase cable !nternet ser)ice as long as it is a)ailable in your area. 5ith cable access, web pages load quickly and you will find it easy to download and upload files. ,ne thing to be aware of though is that cable access is a shared ser!ice and can be affected by others who use the same cable lines. 2or e ample, if it is a holiday and e)eryone in your neighborhood is at home surfing the web, you may notice that some aspects of ser)ice are slower than normal. !n most areas, this wonCt be an issue.

Satellite Access
/ate&&ite access can be used in locations where there is no broadband cable or */L !nternet a)ailable. /atellite access is a!ai&ab&e across the wor&d and can pro)ide you with a broadband connection that is equal to a high speed connection. /atellite ser)ice is the most e0pensi!e and will require costs such as installation and satellite equipment, which will cost se)eral hundred dollars.

Choosing an 1nternet /er!ice Pro!ider (1/P)

,nce you ha)e decided which type of 1nternet access you are interested in, you can determine which 1/Ps are a)ailable in your area that offer the type of !nternet access you want. Then, you need to choose the !/# that best meets your needs based on their prices and ser)ice packages, and secure !nternet access through that company. Talk to friends, family members, and neighbors to see what !/# they use. /ome things to consider as you research 1/Ps?

/peed #rice Billing !nstallation /oftware #hysical /er)ice /er)ice +ecord 3 tras such as email accounts and web space Technical /upport +emote Access Contract Terms

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;etwork Card "odem ,nce you ha)e your computer, you really don't need much additional hardware to connect to the !nternet. The primary piece of hardware you need is a modem. The type of !nternet access you choose will determine what type of modem you need. Dia&)up access uses a te&ephone modem, which may come installed on your computer. D/% ser)ice uses a D/% modem, cab&e access uses a cab&e modem, and sate&&ite ser)ice uses a sate&&ite adapter. These modems are usually included as part of the start.up hardware from your !/# when you sign a contract for ser)ice. 3etwork Card A network card is a piece of hardware that allows computers to communicate o)er a computer network. 'ost newer computers ha)e a network card built into the motherboard, so it probably is not something you will need to purchase. /ome modems use an 3thernet connection and network card to access the !nternet, while other modems may use a $/B port. #outer A router is a hardware de)ice that allows you to use se)eral computers on a sing&e 1nternet connection from your !/#. 5ith a router, all the computers in your home can connect to the !nternet and all you pay for is one account with an !nternet /er)ice #ro)ider and one !# address. Additionally, cable, */L, and satellite users can use a router as a hardware firewa&&. /ome people belie)e that a router pro)ides better protection from hackers than a software firewall. 'any routers are easy to install, priced reasonably, and can be used for wired or wireless networks.

!nternet Browser
A browser is the tool that allows you to )iew and interact on the !nternet. ,nce you ha)e an account with an !/# and can access the !nternet, you'll need to use a browser to access web pages. Browsers can be referred to the window of the web because they allow you to )iew all the pages on the !nternet. 'ost computers come pre&oaded with 'icrosoft !nternet 3 plorer, so you don't ha)e to worry about purchasing a browser( howe)er, you don't ha)e to use !nternet 3 plorer. !f you would prefer to try another browser option, you can. 2or e ample, 'o&illa 2irefo is a free browser that you can download and use.

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+esearch < or more 1nternet /er!ice Pro!iders and compare their ser)ice packages. *etermine which pro)ider and ser)ice package would be best for you, based on your needs.