The document discusses different types of computers, including desktop and laptop models. Desktop computers are typically larger, less portable Windows or Mac machines that are cheaper than laptops and allow for easier upgrading. Laptops are portable computers that can be used in different environments and have become more powerful and capable. The document also lists examples of business and personal hardware, software, and applications for both desktops and laptops.

1. Presented by Bobby Dan
IT/205
Instructor – David Collie

2. *Desktop model
*A desktop computer is typically
a Windows-installed PC or an
Apple Macintosh PC.
*The size and comparatively
lower cost of desktop computers
make computer applications and
Internet access available to
home and small business users.
Compared to laptop computers,
larger desktop machines allow
users to more easily upgrade the
devices with larger, less-
expensive components.

3. *Laptop model
*Laptop computers, also known
as notebooks, are portable
computers that you can take
with you and use in different
environments.
*While portable computers used
to be significantly slower and
less capable than desktop
computers, advances in
manufacturing technology have
enabled laptops to perform
nearly as well as their desktop
counterparts.

4. *Business computer software
*Microsoft Dynamic CRM
*Salesforce.com
*MS Office Professional
*Apache OpenOffice
*Lotus Symphony
*Personal computer software
*Microsoft Home edition
*Gaming software
*Entertainment
*Hulu
*Netflix
*Windows8

5. *Business hardware and software
*Desktop models for office use
*Laptop units for portable or
remote connectivity
*Web or File Servers accessible
via LAN or WAN
*Business software
*Microsoft Office Professional
*MS Word
*MS Excel
*MS Access
*Exchange – Outlook e-mail
*Personal hardware
*Desktop (usually smaller in size
than a business model)
*Laptops (students for school or
people who like to connect on
the go)
*Pads or tablets
*iPads, Nook, Nexxus
*Personal software
*Microsoft Office Home edition
*Budget (QuickBooks)
*Gaming (WOW, chess)
*Graphic design or Photoshop

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