Friday 27 January 2012

Assignment 3 Scenario

My Scenario






Base Unit (PC)   



























What is a Base Unit?

A base unit is the most important part of your PC, also known as a desktop computer. This is the heart of your PC. Base units provide memory storage & backs up your computer. This is the main box where you insert your CD’s or disks. Base units have many different designs, styles, colours and sizes.




Sizes?

Base Units come in a range of different sizes such as a smaller base unit would cost around £200 - £300 and larger base unit would cost around £400 - £800. The better base unit the better the memory storage and it runs better.



How much does a Base Unit cost?

A Base unit costs around £200 - £800.


Why have I chosen this?

The reason why I choose a Base Unit is that this informtion could be helpful or useful for people who are not fully aware what Base Units do and if they don't no how much they are. Also there is plenty of information on the interent about Base Units so people can research more information on it.






Monitors

What is a Monitor?

A computer monitor is an important part of the machine. A computer monitor displays the output from the hard drive, video card and CDROM. Without a monitor, a computer is not operational.

Sizes

Smaller monitors like 19-inch displays are used by people who only need a simple view for e.g. spreadsheets and documents. Wide-screen 22-inch monitor displays are the most useful for gamers. Even larger monitors are available for people who like flashy displays with a high-powered machine.
Resolution

Resolution is measured in pixels. Pixels are the tiny dots that display the image to the viewer. The more pixels, the higher the resolution and the better the detail of the graphics. High-resolution monitors are dependent on video cards for the best detailed images.



Why have I chosen this?

The reason why I choose to talk about Monitors is that their is plenty of information to talk about and the information about Monitors people can learn more about them. Also they can learn more about specific information on monitors for example if they want to learn more about the resolution of a Monitor. This means if people want to find out information on how to get a high resolution Monitor they can find plenty of information.







































  
What is a Database?
                                              
Databases are designed to provide organized methods for storing, managing and retrieving information.

An example of a Database would be Microsoft Office Access:  

Microsoft Office Access is a database software that provides templates. MS Access stores data in its own format based on the Access Jet Database Engine. It can also import or link directly to data stored in other applications and databases.

What is a spreadsheet?

A spreadsheet contains rows and columns and is used to record and compare data. Spreadsheets make it easy to display information, and people can insert formulas to work with.

An example of a spreadsheet would be Microsoft Office Excel:

Microsoft Office Excel is a spreadsheet that allows users to input data into cells included in a grid made of rows and columns.

Why have I chosen this?

The reason why I choose to talk about databases and spreadsheets is that they are very important for people who want to learn more about microsoft office applications. Databases and spreadsheets are helpful for many people who use them everyday and for business people using them during work times can find lots of information on the interent.





Microsoft Office





















What is Microsoft Office?

Microsoft Office is a Software used in many different ways for e.g. Spreadsheets.

Microsoft Office is a group of computer software tools which provide the important functions which are needed in an office environment.

What is the Price of Microsoft Office?
The price of Microsoft Office is around £50 – £100.

Why have I chosen this?

The reason why I have chosen this is because it’s a very good software and it is easy to use. Microsoft Office is that there are numerous amounts of people using Microsoft Office everyday for example people using it at work. Also Microsoft Office helps with writing letters and sending them in e-mail. I personally would use this if I wanted to send a letter I would write my letter into Microsoft Word then save it into my files and send it by e-mail. I would recommend using Microsoft Office for people who like to send letters, present PowerPoint’s and more Microsoft Office can help in many ways.








What is Sky Broadband?  

Sky broadband is a fast going broadband & it is good for accessing the internet quickly. Sky broadband is cheap and it is unlimited so it lasts for a month.

How much does Sky Broadband costs?

Sky Broadband costs 7.50 a month for the broadband plus you get your Sky TV and calls free. If you get a package such as movies it will cost you more.

Why have I chosen this?

I have chosen Sky Broadband because it is a good broadband to use and it is very fast on the internet. Also Sky Broadband is used by many people and it has a very good price for internet. Finally it gives you unlimited amount of access to the internet depending on how long you wish to pay for example 2 months you will get 2 months unlimited access to the internet.























What is MSN Hotmail?

Msn Hotmail is used for sending and receiving emails. You can receive notifications on social networks such as Facebook to let you know that you have messages on your profile.

Why have I chosen this?

 I have chosen this because it is useful to use and it is good for sending emails. Msn is useful for storing files onto it this is called Skydrive this lets you store plenty of files and it lets you edit them.




















Transfer Large Video Files





USB

What is a USB?

A USB is a data storage device that consists of flash memory. It is a small device and it is portable so you can take it around with you. USB’s are often used for the same purposes for which floppy disks or CD-ROMs were used. They are smaller, faster and they have a lot more memory capacity.

Why have I chosen this?

The reason why I have chosen this is because they are very useful and they are easy to carry. They provide plenty of memory capacity and it lets you sync the memory into your computer. Also it lets you copy information on your computer into the USB so that if you lose your work on your computer you can be able to get it back by syncing it back into your computer using your USB.

























External Hard Drive





What is an External Hard Drive?

An External hard drive is a hard disk located outside of the computer. External hard drives store your valuable data and add a large level of safety and security. Also it provides protection and it backup’s devices on your computer.

Why have I chosen this?  

The reason why I have chosen this is because it helps store important data and it provides protection on your devices. It can also help people protect their files of information and will be able to be back up incase they are lost you can get it back by your External Hard Drive.































Computer Games




A Computer Game is a video game played on a console or personal computer (PC). A computer game is a small disk that you insert into your computer or console. They are light to carry around and they are kept in a case to protect the disk. To play a computer game you need a controller to play it (Only for a console).

How much is Computer Game?

A Computer Game costs around £35 - £45 (Brand New)


Why have I chosen this?  

The reason why i have chosen to talk about Computer Games it that their are numerous amount of people that play Computer Games online. Computer Games is very popular when it comes down to users playing online they will need to have a fast paste computer if it is able to load lobbys quickly without the computer crashing by to much data. People can find plenty of information on the internet if they have any problems while playing Computer Games.



























Digital camera





What is a digital camera?

A digital camera records and stores photographic images in digital form. Many digital cameras are also able to capture sound or video, in addition to still images.

What does a Digital camera do? 

A digital camera is Digital cameras produce instant photos that you can print or share online.

How much does a Digital Camera cost?

A high price digital camera costs around £2,400. And a low price digital camera costs around £30.00.

Why have I chosen this?  

The reason why I chosen to talk about Digital Camera's is that they are popular for people who use camera's regularly because people will need to find information on how much they cost or how to find specific information on their Digital Camera's. On the internet there is plenty of information about Digital Camera's on the internet if people want to find out more information about Digital Camera's. Digital Camera's are useful for many reasons for examples Birthdays, Holidays, weddings and other special occasions.



























Printer (colored)

What is a Printer?

A printer is a device that accepts text and graphic output from a computer and transfers the information to paper.

How much is a Printer?

A high price printer costs around £700 and a low price printer costs around £20.


Why have I chosen this?  

The reason why I have chosen to talk about Printers is that people will need information for example how much is a Printer or other reasons. People will need to know how a Printer works before they actually use it for example they will need to know how put the right amount of paper into the Printer. On the internet there is lots of information on how to use a Printer and how they work. Printers are useful for printing out pictures from your digital camera.



























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