COMPUTER ESSENTIALS · UNIT 05

Specifications and compatibility

Read useful computer information and check whether a cable or charger is suitable.

Build your confidence one skill at a time.

Work through the illustrated explanations, explore the examples and check your understanding with the questions. You can revisit any section whenever you need a reminder.

Lessons in this unit

Learn at your own pace

FREE · BEGINNER

Inside your computer

Understand the jobs of the processor, memory, storage and other parts inside a computer.

7 minutes

FREE · BEGINNER

Ports and connections

Recognise computer sockets, compare cable connection types and understand how Wi-Fi and Bluetooth differ.

9 minutes

FREE · BUILDING CONFIDENCE

Choose computer specifications for your needs

Connect your everyday tasks with sensible buying questions.

8 minutes

FREE · BUILDING CONFIDENCE

Choose a compatible charger and cable

Check supported power requirements instead of relying on plug shape.

8 minutes

FREE · BEGINNER

Read your computer’s specifications

Gather the model and relevant capacities without confusing their roles.

8 minutes

FREE · BUILDING CONFIDENCE

Read Task Manager performance graphs

Interpret changing resource activity without diagnosing from a single peak.

8 minutes