Why Laptops are Different than Desktops
Laptops are different from desktops in the these ways;
1. Power supply: As desktops can be plugged in an outlet in the wall (AC
Power) so can laptops with an AC adapter. But how a laptop is different from
a desktop is that it is portable because batteries can also power laptops.
The batteries are rechargeable; lithium, nickel-cadmium, or nickel-metal
hydride.
2. Display: Also like desktops, laptops have some type of LCD display screen.
Modern Laptops have 800 x 600 pixel resolution. This gives it a very clear
screen and anything less should be avoided.
3. Input Devices: On a desktop computer you usually use a mouse and keyboard
to enter data and navigate. With laptops keyboards are built in but since
they are portable so they don't have a mouse. Instead they have one of three
input devices in place of the mouse. A trackball, rotating the ball allows
you to move the cursor. A trackpoint allows you to push your finger over
the point to move the cursor. Lastly, a laptop may have a touchpad that you
move your finger across to move the cursor.
4. Docking Connections: Many laptops come with a docking connection to make
it more comfortable to use at a desk. You just plug your laptop in and use
it as a desktop. The docking station comes with many peripheral devices:
full size computer monitor, full size keyboard and mouse, disk drives and
printer.
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