Portions of this work were originally authored by Sam Aloian and published as "How a computer is built." All new material in this edition is authored by Natalie Humphrey. Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.
Contents:
Computers everywhere! -- The motherboard -- The computer's memory -- The graphics card -- Final tests -- Coding like a software engineer.
Summary:
"What is a computer? There are many different types of computers of all shapes and sizes. Some computers might not even look like what most people think a computer should look like! Follow the journey of a computer from the motherboard to the processor, and learn how each piece helps make a computer work. Readers will love getting an up close look inside their laptops, desktops, and even their tablets as they're shown step-by-step how these electronic devices are assembled" -- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.