12 Open the brackets using the correct tense

1. We (design) websites for local companies for five years. 2. At the moment we (set) up a website for a local travel agency. 3. In the next ten years computers definitely (become) faster and more powerful. 4. In the next ten years computer probably (get) much smaller. 5. When the company (start) making other computer games? 6. Some computer companies (not / sell) their computers in stores. 7. They (produce) printers for ten years. 8. When he (join) the IBM? 9. In the twenty-first century computers (play) a vital role in everyone’s life. 10. We (redesign) our website at the moment. 11. We (know) computer equipment as hardware. 12. Electric typewriters (not / come) into widespread office use until after 1945. 13. What the problems (be) with hardware in the early days? 14. How you (connect) yourself up to the Internet?

13 Open the brackets using the correct tense

1. I’m afraid, I (not / see) this file yet. 2. He switched off the computer but he (forget) to save the file. 3. What HTML (stand) for? 4. In which directory she (want) to install the program? 5. What hardware school pupils (have) in future? 6. We (use) a PC for writing letters? 7. There (not / be) Internet cafes, so I couldn’t read my email. 8. At the moment I (work) on a program for schools. 9. Who usually (test) the programs? 10. What problem they (have) with graphics yesterday? 11. A computer (keep) the information in its memory until it is needed. 12. Today computers (become) smaller and smaller. 13. I (try) to get through to Technical Support, but the line’s always engaged. 14. I (be) with the company for three years.

Part 2 - Тема 2 Складові комп’ютера.

1 Прочитайте, перекладіть текст (усно), поставте до нього 6 запитань (письмово)

PARTS OF A COMPUTER

Most computers consist of an electronic central processing unit (CPU) to which are attached different input devices, output devices, and storage devices. The main parts of a desktop computer are enclosed in a box known as the system unit. This contains an electronic board called the motherboard that holds and connects together the main electronic components.

The motherboard usually has empty electronic connectors, called expansion slots, into which additional electronic boards can be plugged. This allows extra electronic components to be added. For example, more memory can be added by plugging memory boards (called SIMMS) into the memory slots. Sound facilities can be added by plugging a sound card into an expansion slot. This is one way of upgrading a computer. Another way is to replace the motherboard with a newer and better one. The system unit usually also contains a small speaker (or loudspeaker), the power supply, and some storage devices. These often include: a hard disk drive with a fixed disk that can store a very large amount of data; a CD-ROM drive that is used for reading CD-ROM disks. Some other devices may be included in the system unit but most input and output devices are plugged into the back of the system unit using connectors known as ports.

Power is a function of both speed and capacity. The power of a computer depends on the combination of all the components. When buying a computer, you can often choose between different components. In particular, you can choose between different processor speeds, amounts of memory and hard disk sizes.

2 Доповніть речення відповідними словами (письмово) (три слова - зайві)

Active words: workstation / simultaneous / peripherals / lightweight / similar / devices / memory cards / process and store / use / processing / battery packs / powerful / computing purposes / good / touchpad;

A mainframe is the most (1) … type of computer. It can (2) … large amounts of data. It supports multiple users at the same time and can support more (3) … processes than a PC. The central system is a large server connected to hundreds of terminals over a network. Mainframes are used for large-scale (4) … in banks, big companies and universities.

A desktop PC has its own (5) … unit (or CPU), monitor and keyboard. It is used as a personal computer in the home or as a (6) … for group work. Typical examples are the IBM PC and the Apple Macintosh. It's designed to be placed on your desk. Some models have a vertical case called a tower.

A laptop is a (7) … computer that you can transport easily. It can work as fast as a desktop PC, with (8) … processors, memory capacity, and disk drives, but it is portable and has a smaller screen. Modern notebooks have a TFT screen that produces very sharp images. Instead of a mouse, they have a (9) … built into the keyboard - a sensitive pad that you can touch to move the pointer on the screen. They offer a lot of connectivity options: USB ports for connecting (10) …, slots for (11) …, etc.

They come with (12) …, which let you use the computer when there are no electrical outlets available.

3 Прочитайте, визначте, який вид комп’ютера підходить до цих описань (письмово)

1 - a small computer that fits into items of clothing;

2 - a full-function PC, though it only weighs 1.2 kg - you can go to a meeting and write your notes on it, like a paper notepad; its screen mode can be changed from portrait to landscape;

3 - a hand-held computer which can be used as a telephone, a web explorer and a personal organizer;

4 - a typical computer found in many businesses and popular for home use;

5 - a large computer used for intensive data processing and often linked to many terminals;

4 Прочитайте та вивчіть правила (усно)

SUFFIXES

Suffixes change the class of the root word. For example, by adding the suffix -er, the verb publish becomes the noun publisher. Suffixes can tell you if a word is a noun, adjective, verb or adverb.

Suffixes for jobs:

-er: webmaster / manufacturer - The two major manufacturers of processor chips are Intel and AMD.

-eer: auctioneer/ engineer - Greg is a software engineer, which means he writes computer programs.

-or: animator / operator - He worked as a computer animator on Toy Story.

-ant: IT assistant / IT consultant - She's a computer consultant and specializes in e-commerce, data protection and IT strategies.

-ian: technician / electrician - A computer technician installs, troubleshoots and upgrades hardware and software.

-ist: typist / scientist - Anyone who works as a typist may develop a problem with their hands.

Other common suffixes in ICT:

Nouns: -ion, -ment, -ics, -ity: (activity, state) – compression, management, robotics, electricity

Adjectives: -able, -ible: (able to be) - programmable (keyboard), convertible (format); -ful: (full of), -less: (without) - colourful, colourless (picture)

Verbs: -ize, -ise: (to make) - synthesize (music - to make it with a synthesizer)

5 Знайдіть відповідь на запитання: Which IT professionals from task 4 are described here? (письмово)

1. a person who designs and maintains software applications; 2. a person who gives expert, professional advice; 3. a person who uses graphics software to make or edit animated pictures; 4. a person who is employed to type letters, reports and other documents; 5. a specialist in the technical details of computers;

6 Заповніть пропуски відповідною формою прикметників (письмово)

1 (heavy / light) Laptops are … than desktop computers, but … than notebooks.

2 (small / large) The mainframe is the … type of computer. A minicomputer is … than a microcomputer.

3 (common / good) Personal computers are … than mainframes but mainframes are … than personal computers at processing very large amounts of data.

4 (powerful / expensive) Minicomputers are … than mainframes but they are also … .

5 (fast / cheap) New computers are … and sometimes … than older machines.

6 (powerful / expensive) Laptops are often … than PCs but they are not as … .

7 Прочитайте і перекладіть рекламне оголошення (усно), знайдіть відповіді на запитання (письмово)

1. What type of computer is advertised? 2. What kind of screen does it have? 3. Which pointing device replaces the mouse? 4. What type of ports does it have for connecting cameras and music players? 5 What sort of power supply does it use?

TOSHIBA SATELLITE

- Intel Centrino processor;

- 1,024 MB RAM, 100 6B hard disk drive;

- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer) drive;

- 15.4" widescreen TFT active-matrix LCD display;

- 85-key keyboard and touchpad;

- 2 memory slots, 1 PC Card or PCMCIA slot;

- Wireless communications: Wi-Fi compliancy and Bluetooth;

- 4 USB ports for connecting peripherals: digital camera, MP3 player, modem, etc.;

- 6-cell rechargeable Lithium-ion battery pack;