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Research draft

computer

vr.tr.computer · PHY.OBJ

Let an agent handle computers by type, specifications, security, accessibility, repair and recycling.

Thing Registry Physical world and living systems

Research draft, second pass

A second pass drafted this model: the structure a model of this thing needs, and what is known about it in the world. The line under this one says how the second half was obtained - researched against sources, or recalled without web access, in which case nothing here was read anywhere and every claim is a lead to verify. Unreviewed either way.

written by Claude from model knowledge without web access - no source was read, every claim is a lead to verify

Researched by: Claude

Purpose and description

Let an agent handle computers by type, specifications, security, accessibility, repair and recycling.

A programmable electronic machine that stores, retrieves and processes data according to instructions, in forms from personal computers, laptops and servers to smartphones, embedded systems and supercomputers.

What it is for: Computing, communication, work, learning and entertainment.

It can be choose a computer for a purpose; keep it secure and updated; use accessibility features; repair, resell or recycle it responsibly.

Distinguishing features

Programmable

Processes data

Many forms

Requires security maintenance

What it looks like

Laptops, desktops, servers, tablets and embedded boards.

How it is recognised

Processor, memory, storage, display

Model and serial numbers

Human computers were historical job roles

Related models

is a kind of - category

machine

runs - programs

software

connects to - network

computer network

is related to - physical automation

robot

In practice

Families and kinds

personal computers and laptops

servers

mobile devices

embedded computers

supercomputers

Standards and regulation

WEEE electronic waste rules

EU Cyber Resilience Act

Accessibility standards such as EN 301 549

Failure modes and hazards

Malware and data loss

Battery fires

Data left on disposed devices

Where this came from

wikidata · CC0 1.0

Also registered as vr.tr.computer

Drafted structure

Bundle to layer to finding to question, as the second pass will find it: 4 bundles · 8 layers · 8 findings · 16 questions.

Choice Which computer.

Needs decide choice.

Specs

Specifications.

Specs

Specifications.

  1. Which processor, memory and storage suit this use? action
  2. Is the model still supported with updates? provenance

Type

Form factor.

Type

Form factor.

  1. Is a laptop, desktop or tablet more suitable? action
  2. Why? definition
Security Protection.

Security needs upkeep.

Updates

Patching.

Updates

Updates.

  1. Are the operating system and apps up to date? boundary
  2. Is backup in place? boundary

Incident

Scams and malware.

Incident

Security incidents.

  1. Is a pop-up or call claiming a virus a tech support scam? boundary
  2. Where can fraud or cybercrime be reported? action
Access Accessibility.

Computers should work for everyone.

Features

Built-in tools.

Features

Accessibility features.

  1. Which built-in accessibility features would help this user? action
  2. How are they enabled? action

Support

Digital skills.

Support

Digital skills support.

  1. Where can someone get free digital skills help? provenance
  2. Are there device loan schemes? provenance
Lifecycle Repair and disposal.

End of life matters.

Repair

Fixing.

Repair

Repair.

  1. Can the computer be repaired, and is it under warranty? provenance
  2. Where can repairs be done? action

Disposal

Data wiping and recycling.

Disposal

Disposal.

  1. How should data be securely erased before disposal? action
  2. Where can it be recycled? action

What the second pass must settle

  • Should computer types be separate entries?
  • How should specifications be linked?
  • How should historical computers be linked?