Inside the Computer February 19, 2008

Introduction 

Now that we have some fundamental knowledge about the history of computers, we can take a closer look at how the computers we use today work.  Computer components can seem complicated when we look at how they work.  It is important to make sure you understand the fundamentals as we move along.  Don’t forget to ask a question the moment something is unclear.  Either post a comment, or ask in class.

First Things First

I would like each ICE 3M student to send me an email to let me know their GMail address, and the URL of their blog.  Example:

From: firstname.lastname@gmail.com 

To: yanthoj2.deletethis@hcdsb.andthis.org

Subject: ICE3M  

Message:

Mr. Yantho,

This is firstname lastname, the address to my Blog is www.besticeblogever.wordpress.com.   

Regards,

Firstname Lastname  

PS You are the best teacher I have ever had.  I mean that in a serious way, not just to suck-up, because I know you hate suck-ups.  Also, good luck this year as you coach the senior girls soccer team to their third straight Halton Championship.

The Basic Computer

Conceptually, a computer is this:

But we usually think of this:

Homework: 

1. Comment on your blog the difference between the two “ideas” of a computer.
2. Download this PowerPoint
   1. Add slides as an introduction to the motherboard
   2. Identify each numbered component on the motherboard
   3. Explain (1-2 lines) what each component is

Using Logic Gates February 19, 2008

Time to put your knowledge of logic gates and flip-flops to the test.  You will complete the assignment attached here.  Be sure to read all instructions carefully.  If you are ever unclear about the direction, be sure to ask  either in the comment section or below or in class.  You will be using the Atanua logic simulator to build and test your circuits.  When using a flip flop, you may use the “built-in” flip flops,  as opposed to constructing them from gates.

DUE:

Thursday Feb 21