Recommending A Computer System
The Las Vegas City School District has decided to purchase computer systems for each classroom. The computer system will be used by the teachers and students in the classroom for educational purposes. Each computer will be connected to the Internet. You have been asked by the Assistant Superintendent to recommend three computer systems for evaluation. The school district does not have enough money to buy the most expensive computers but does want a computer system that will last for several years.
a) What would a school teacher and students need a computer for? Write at least five uses that they would have for a computer system.
b) What kinds of software are needed by school teachers and students? List the types of software that would be needed, based on 1).
c) What kinds of special hardware are needed? List the types of hardware besides the computer that would be needed based on 1) and 2). Use the PC Buyer's Checklist to help with this.
Use spreadsheets and wordprocessing to tabulate the data on at least 3 appropriate computer systems. You may have to get different sources for the hardware and software. At least one of the systems (including software) must be from a magazine or newspaper ad or review, at least one system must be available locally and at least one system must be available through the Internet. You must visit at least one local computer store to gain information on these systems. Make sure to include costs for all parts of the systems, both hardware and software. Also include any special features that are available with each system.
Recommend one of these computer systems and then use your word processor to outline your reasons for choosing this system over the others. Don't just say "because it's cheaper" or "because it's better". Explain your reasons. Make sure that this report is double-spaced and approximately 500 words.