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Red Herring: The Business of Technology
Monthly magazine covering the business of technology. Includes tracking of financial markets, articles, research and newsletters.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: History of Computing Hardware
This site contains a Wikipedia description of the history of computing hardware.
Computer Hope
Computer Hope: Information About Computer Cd Rom Drives
Informative site detailing the use of CD-ROM technologies. Content includes a focus on the basics of CD-ROMs, the different interfaces, various transfer rates, potential error codes, loading of CD-ROM drivers, and more.
Computer Hope
Computer Hope: Information About Computer Cd R Drives
Informative site detailing the use of CD-R technologies. Content includes a focus on the basics of CD-Rs, CD recording tips, multiple sessions CD-R, technical support and more.
Computer History Museum
Computer History Museum: Microprocessors
The invention of the microprocessor is a very important milestone in the digital age. This site presents a timeline that illustrates the history of the microprocessor from 1971 through 1996.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Principles of Computer System Design: An Introduction
This site makes available the second part of a textbook on computer system design. The chapters cover topics such as fault tolerance, networking, consistency and information security.
Yale University
Yale University: Pc Lube and Tune
The PCLT objective is to supply usable introductions, tutorials, and education on technical subjects to the large audience of computer users. These are articles that take technical topics and make them understandable for the beginner.
Other
Open.edu: The Operation of Lan and Wan Hardware and Protocols
Learn about the operation of LAN and WAN hardware and protocols.
PC Technology Guide
Pc Tech Guide: Input Devices
This resource provides information about using input devices with computers.
Computer History Museum
Computer History Museum: Mastering the Game: A History of Computer Chess
Exhibit documenting the important advances in hardware and software that made computer chess a reality.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Molecular Expressions: Computer Microscope Simulator
This interactive computer microscope Java tutorial explores how the hardware (QX3 microscope) and computer software work together to produce digital images.
PBS
Pbs: Triumph of the Nerds
This page is the companion website to the PBS television special, Triumph of the Nerds. Coverage includes a history of the computer, a who's who, and a television transcript.
Computer Hope
Computer Hope: Information About Computer Motherboards
Informative site that explains the use of motherboards. The motherboard is what allows various hardware components to transfer information to one each other. Links provided for: motherboard ABCs, AT / ATX differences, trouble shooting,...
Technology Student
Technology Student: Printed Circuit Boards
This site describes the purpose, design and construction of printed circuit boards which are used in computers and computerized devices.
Indiana University
Indiana Univ: Center for Electronic & Computer Music
Contains general information on the facility and programs offered. Also contains a history of electronic music, suggested listening, information about consoles and recording equipment, help with MIDI, csound and Unix programming, etc. A...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Label It!
During this lesson, students will work to create word cards or "labels" to identify parts of the computer. Students will use basic letter sounds to help spell the correct words. Students will demonstrate their new knowledge by labeling...
Columbia University
Columbia University: The Ibm 1401
The IBM 1401 Data Processing System was IBM's first affordable general-purpose computer. It was introduced in 1959 and was IBM's first computer to sell over 10,000 units. This site describes the history of the 1401, the technology that...
University of South Florida
Florida Center for Instructional Technology: What Is Networking Hardware?
Clickable network map shows information on the types and uses of networking hardware. Very basic introduction.
Other
Control Escape: Determining Linux Hardware Compatibility
Getting started with Linux can be a very exciting experience. It can also be a very painful experience if you aren't properly prepared for it. The first step to installing Linux is just to figure out whether Linux will run on your...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Peripheral
This site from Wikipedia includes a basic definition for what a computer peripheral is. Also distinguished are items that are considered peripherals and items that are not. Links are provided for additional information.
Other
Sun Associates: Making the Most of the One (Or Few) Computer Classroom [Pdf]
What's required to successfully integrate one computer into the classroom? Teaching issues, hardware factors, and software are discussed in this concise page. This is a PDF file.
Other
Nea Today: Your Computer Isn't Broken: Quick Tech Fixes for Students
Read and display sixteen solutions for common quick technology fixes.
PBS
Pbs: Science Odyssey: Personal Computer Industry Is Launched
An article on the development of the microcomputer industry focusing mostly around the Altair and Ed Roberts' contributions.
Apple
Apple Home Page
Anything you need to know about Apple/Macintosh computers, this is the place to start. Everything from software, hardware, investing, employment and much, much more. This is the place to come first.
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