Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Basic 2 Computer Studies. In our previous lesson, we learned about the basic components of a computer. Today, we’re going to learn about some additional parts of a computer.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Identify different parts of a computer.
- Describe the function of a scanner, light pen, and speaker.
Parts of a Computer
The computer is a powerful tool that we use for many things, like playing games, learning, and communicating. We’ve already learned about some of the main parts of a computer, but there are other important parts that help the computer work.
What are a Scanner, Light Pen, and Speaker?
The scanner is a device that helps us copy pictures and words onto the computer. It’s like a digital photocopier! You can scan a picture from a book, a photograph, or even a document and have it appear on your computer screen.
The light pen is a special pen that allows us to point at things on the computer screen. It’s like a digital pointer! You can use it to select items, draw pictures, or even play games.
The speaker is the part of the computer that makes sound and music come out. It’s like a digital radio! You can listen to music, watch videos, or even play games with sound.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about these additional computer parts, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is the purpose of a scanner in a computer?
- How does a light pen work?
- What comes out of a computer speaker?
- Can you name some other parts of a computer that we haven’t discussed today?
- Why are these additional parts of a computer important?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about three important parts of a computer: the scanner, light pen, and speaker. These parts help us to use the computer in many different ways. Remember, the computer is a powerful tool that can be used for learning, playing, and communicating. Keep exploring and learning more about computers! See you in the next lesson!
