This document lists and describes various tools, equipment, and testing devices used for information and communication technology (ICT). It defines a LAN card as a network interface card that allows a computer to connect to a network. It describes a server as a special computer on a network that users can access to perform tasks. It explains that a port is a connector on the back of a computer or device, and can be either serial or parallel. A modem is defined as a device that allows computers to exchange information by modulating and demodulating signals.

1. MATERIALS, TOOLS,
EQUIPMENT AND TESTING
DEVICES
TLE – ICT
BY: BRIAN M. MARY

2. THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ARE
CLASSIFIED ACCORDING TO THEIR FUNCTION
AND USES.

3. LAN CARD
• is a network interface card. This is a computer circuit board or
card that is installed in a computer so that it can be connected
to a network.

4. SERVER
• is a part of a network. It is a special computer that users on the
network can access to carry out a particular job

5. PORT HUB/PORT
• is a connector on the back of a computer or other device. A
port is either a serial port or a parallel port.

6. MODEM
• (Modulator-Demodulator) The modem is a device that allows a
given computer to share data or otherwise a device which let
computers exchange information
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7. SCANNER
• it is an input device that read text or illustration printed on
paper, translates the information into a form that a computer
can use

8. FLAT SCREW DRIVER
• is used to drive or fasten negative slotted screws

9. USB
• Universal Serial Bus, a hardware interface for low-speed
peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner,
printer and telephony devices.
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10. PRINTER
• is a piece of hardware that produces a paper copy (also known
as ‘hardcopy’) of the information generated by the computer.
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11. RAM
• Random Access Memory, is a primary memory. This memory is
used inside the computer to hold programs and data while it is
running.
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12. BIOS
• Basic Input/ Output System, chip that controls the most basic
functions of the computer and performs a self-test every time
you turn it on.

13. FLASH DRIVE
• RAM that can retain data without electrical power. It is widely
used for BIOS chips and for digital camera and digital music
storage
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14. VIDEO CAMERA
• camera using videotape: a camera that records onto videotape
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15. LONG NOSE PLIERS
• is used for holding, bending and stretching the lead of
electronics component or connecting wire.
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16. SOLDERING IRON
• is used to join two or more metal conductors with the support
of soldering lead melted around it.
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17. DESOLDERING IRON
• is used to unsolder unwanted parts or component in the circuit
with the support of soldering pencil
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18. PHILIPS SCREW DRIVER
• is used to drive or fasten positive slotted screws

19. LAN TESTER
• for RJ11,12,45& BNC w/ Remote Unit This ergonomic tester is
designed to test most network cable wiring. You can either
conduct an auto or manual test.
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20. UTP
• Unshielded Twisted Pair, is a popular type of cable used in
computer networking that consists of two shielded wires
twisted around each
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21. Direction: Identify the appropriate term described in each
sentence. Use a separate sheet for your answers.
________1. It is a connector at the black of a computer or other
device.
________2. A computer circuit board installed in a computer so
that it can be connected to a network.
________3. A device that allows a given computer to share a
data.
________4. An input device that read text or illustration printed
on paper, translated the information into a form that a
computer that can use.

22. Direction: Identify the following tool and materials, give
their uses.
1. 3.
2. 4.