The computer processor or Central Processing Unit (CPU) is termed the brain of the computer. It is the main component of any computing device that is available. It is usually made of microelectronic components fixed in a microchip. The main function of the computer processor is to execute instructions and give the required output results….
An expansion slot is a connection point with a computer motherboard where an additional component can be added to the computer. Modern computers are designed in a manner that users can add extra functionality when the need arises. The expansion slots type range from PCI, PCI Express, AGP, ISA, CPU, and RAM slots among others….
First let’s try to answer the question, what is a computer port? A computer port is a physical interface with the computer that is used to connect computer peripherals. To connect any external device to a computer you require to use a connector that goes to the port in the computer. Ports are used to…
Data and information are the key components in day to day running of any organization in today’s information age. Data security involves protecting data from theft, unauthorized access, and modification. Information is secured to achieve 3 main objectives namely confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. The process involves securing all hardware, software, networking devices, and…
Computer cooling systems are similar to car engine systems. A computer is an electronic device that performs millions of operations per second. This means the electronic components generate a lot of heat. Electronic components like transistors, diodes, and others require a certain temperature for optimum operation. There are 2 main types of computer cooling systems,…
Have you ever felt that you need to visit a fantasy place or even a real-life place but cannot? Virtual reality technology may be the future of achieving your dream or at least virtually. Virtual reality (VR) is the use of computing technology to simulate a specific environment. It helps recreate a virtual environment that…
A computer keyboard is the main input device that almost all computers come with. It is used to enter instructions into the computer by pressing the keys which then send the command to the processor. They can be used in all kinds of devices that use different computer user interfaces from command, menu, and Graphic…
The information age can also be referred to as the computer age, digital age, or data age. The information age timeline can be dated from the 1940s when digital computers were first developed to solve human problems. It has moved the world from the industrial age to the current information age where “one who has information…
Email is also known as electronic mail. An email is an electronic way of sending a message over a network. It enables a user to send text, images, videos, and documents which are attached to another person who has an email address. The user sending the email needs to know the address of the destination…
It is the procedure of holding a meeting/video chat over the internet mostly using a webcam where participants can see each other on the screen. In recent days the internet has become fast enough to support the speed and capabilities required for holding a video conference. This has enabled the use of technology in mainstream…