Technology in Action- IntroductoryThis book was designed to spark reader interest by covering practical concepts that they want to learn (such as setting up a wireless network in their home) while giving background information (such as how networks function) for those interested in exploring topics deeper. This book covers the parts of the computer, tips on using the Internet, application software, system software, networking and security, and mobile computing. For anyone who uses a computer in his or her personal or professional life. |
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... ports on the back , many manufac- turers are designing ports on the front of the system unit as well ( see Figure 2.21 ) . These front - panel ports allow you easily to connect your computer to a digital camera , MP3 player , or PDA ...
... ports on the back , many manufac- turers are designing ports on the front of the system unit as well ( see Figure 2.21 ) . These front - panel ports allow you easily to connect your computer to a digital camera , MP3 player , or PDA ...
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... ports ) : microphone in , speaker out , line in , and a gaming port . This allows you to hook up a set of stereo speak- ers , a microphone , and a joystick . However , what if you want to hook up a right and left speaker individually or ...
... ports ) : microphone in , speaker out , line in , and a gaming port . This allows you to hook up a set of stereo speak- ers , a microphone , and a joystick . However , what if you want to hook up a right and left speaker individually or ...
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... ports I can add ? Using expansion hubs , you can expand your computer so that it can handle more USB and FireWire devices . For installation of other ports , you're limited by the number of open expansion slots in your computer . Most ...
... ports I can add ? Using expansion hubs , you can expand your computer so that it can handle more USB and FireWire devices . For installation of other ports , you're limited by the number of open expansion slots in your computer . Most ...
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