pretend that you are ready to buy a new computer for personal use. First, take a look at ads from various magazines and newspapers and list terms you don't quite understand. Look up these terms and give a brief written explanation. Decide what factors are important in your decision, as to which computer to buy, and list them. After you select the system you would like to buy, identify which terms refer to hardware and which refer to software and the pros and cons of the system you have selected.