Components of a computer

Components of a computer

1. Ram

   • stores data while powered

2. Motherboard

   • connects all componenets

3. CPU

   • processes information

4. Fan

   • cools the components that may get hot

5. Power supply

   • Supplies power to the componenets

6. Hard drive

   • reads and writes data onto metal platters

7. Optical drive

   • reads and writes data stored on compact discs

8. Floppy drive

   • reads and writes information from floppy disks