Caring for Your PC and Storage Devices (Grade 10 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards
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Purpose of proper PC care
Purpose of proper PC care
Keep working well & protect data
Most important PC care rule
Most important PC care rule
Keep food & drinks away from computer
Why back up important files
Why back up important files
Protects from losing data if main computer fails
Purpose of antivirus programme
Purpose of antivirus programme
Protects from harmful programmes & info theft
CDs/DVDs main vulnerability
CDs/DVDs main vulnerability
Scratches on surface
Proper way to hold CDs/DVDs
Proper way to hold CDs/DVDs
By edges or centre hole
What damages flash discs
What damages flash discs
Drops, water, extreme temps
Why not move ext. hard drive when powered on
Why not move ext. hard drive when powered on
Heads can crash into disc, causing permanent damage
Why properly shut down PC
Why properly shut down PC
Prevents data corruption, extends component life
Before unplugging removable storage
Before unplugging removable storage
Use 'Safely Remove Hardware'/Eject option