Desktops, Notebooks, and Mobile Devices by Bradley Stonnell
Notebooks
Characterisitcs
-Portable personal computers
Networking capabilities, bright wide screen displays, web-cams
Macs (IOS), PC's and Chromebooks (Google)
Advantages
Thin
Light
Powerful
Portable
Easy setup
Always the most up to date software
Touchpad
Disadvantages
Battery life
Always needs to be charged
More expensive than desktops
Potential damage if dropped
Less storage and RAM
Desktops
Characteristics
Personal computer
Fits well into homes and workplaces
Wall mountable
Advantages
Can store more data
More storage
More power
Lowest cost
Larger hard drive
More cooling power
Disadvantages
Not portable
Hard to take in if a repair is needed
Can be heavy and bulky
Does not come with monitor
Need a keyboard and mouse to use
Mobile Devices
Characterisitcs
Portable, handheld computers used for business and entertainment
Many different shapes and sizes
Has become the number one primary computing devices
Advantages
Small
Handheld
Lightweight
Can fit in pocket
Can download additional applications to extend capabilities
Wide range of internet and phone calls
Includes GPS navigation systems
Music playing system
Disadvantages
Some models are very expensive
Data plans can be very pricey
Can interfere with real life (social situations)
Potential damage if dropped
Battery life
Constantly needs to be charged