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#1 – You perform most tasks, including opening items, by clicking the left mouse button.
#2 – Clicking the right mouse button often displays a shortcut menu.
You have many choices when selecting a computer. The Personal Computer, or PC, is popular for many businesses and individuals, as it performs all the basic functions needed for most workplaces and at the home. The PC is perfect for creating documents, organizing records and researching on the Internet. They also offer entertainment choices by providing a format to play video games, talk to friends, listen to music or watch videos.
The PC is not the only choice, however, and many smaller computing devices are now offering popular alternatives to the desktop PC. Depending on your needs, you may consider one of the following.
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Desktop computers
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Desktop Computers
Desktop computers offer a lot of computing power and options such as large memory capabilities, larger screen sizes and generally faster processing speeds. The components are separate allowing you to select or upgrade your monitor, keyboard, mouse and system core as you wish. They run from a continuous power source (such as an electrical outlet) allowing for uninterrupted use.
They are large, compared to other options, and require a permanent space to set up. If you are looking for something more portable, keep reading.
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Laptops
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Laptops
Laptops offer a lighter, more portable option to the desktop. They are designed to travel with you while still offering impressive computing ability. With a laptop you get your computer, keyboard, mouse and monitor all on one device.
Laptops can run on battery power or plug into electrical outlets for longer use. Many boast nearly the same capabilities as a desktop but are generally more expensive. If you are looking for something that offers full PC power on the go, the laptop is a great choice.
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Tablets
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Tablets
Tablets are an extremely popular choice these days. They are hand-held devices (smaller than even laptops) and offer touch screen capabilities. Many use a stylus, which is a pen-like device you can write, draw pictures or click screen options with. Tablets offer terrific Internet and media access as well as the ability to read documents and send email. Tablets can also utilize apps which offer a huge variety of tools that enhance tablets and other smart devices.
Some, like Windows Surface, also come with a flat, detachable keyboard that can also be used as a screen protector. Many tablets now come close to laptops in functionality and popularity.
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Smartphones
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Smartphones
Smartphones are basically tiny computers you can hold in one hand. Smartphones also can access apps and connect to the Internet for email, test messaging, and web searches. Perhaps most unique of all, smartphones are also functional telephones that can go anywhere your phone service is provided.
More and more, smartphones can perform tablet-like functions including office tasks, use apps and accessing music and entertainment. You will have to get a cellphone service provider to access many of the functions of a smartphone.
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What does PC stand for?
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Personal Computer
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Personal Common
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Jason wants to get a computer that is portable but as strong as a desktop computer, what should he get?
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