Chapter 1. Introducing the Laptop

Introducing the Laptop

Portable computers, referred to as notebooks or laptops, began as a great tool for people who travel and want to take their computer along. Today, laptops with high-end displays and huge processing power are taking over the desktop, as well.

  • Explore a Laptop

  • How a Laptop Differs from a Desktop

  • Types of Laptops

  • Discover Slots and Ports

  • Understanding Hard Drives

  • Using Data Storage

  • Understanding Power Options

  • Understanding Microprocessors

Explore a Laptop

Although laptop models vary by weight, size, keyboard configuration, and more, they share some common traits in a compact package.

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