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On each device, look for a button with a power symbol on it, like the symbol shown
in Figure 4.27. This is the standard symbol you'll fi nd on most of the power buttons on
various peripherals, as well as on the PC itself.
FIGURE 4.27 Power symbol
Start with the monitor, so you'll be able to see any startup messages that may appear.
Next, turn on the PC. Depending on the model, there may be a power button on the front
of the case (most likely) or a rocker switch on the back.
The keyboard and mouse draw their power from the PC, so you don't need to turn them
on. An exception may be a cordless mouse, which may have an on-off switch to save its
battery.
Finally, turn on any peripheral devices, such as external hard drives, printers, or
scanners.
If this is the fi rst time anyone has started up this PC, you may be guided through a
one-time setup process where you're prompted to enter a username, register your copy of
Windows, and/or connect to a network. Follow the prompts as they appear, and refer to
Chapter 8, “Troubleshooting Operational Problems,” for troubleshooting help if needed.
Summary
In this chapter, you learned about the various types of computers, including desktops,
notebooks, netbooks, tablets, and even smartphones. You learned about the ports for
connecting peripherals that are found on these devices, and you learned how to turn on a
PC and its peripherals and begin using it.
Exam Essentials
Demonstrate the proper use of various computer types. Desktop PCs are the most
comfortable to use, but they take up the most space and are the least portable. Notebooks
are more portable but can still be cumbersome to carry around. Netbooks are even more
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