CPU - Central Processing Unit

CPU - Central Processing Unit

1. Ram - Stores data while powered

   • When computer is off the data disapears
   • Random . Access . Memory
   • Temporary storage

2. Motherboard - Connects all components

3. Power supply - Supplies power to the components

4. Fan - Cools the components that may get hot

5. Floppy Drive - Reads and writes information from floppy disks

6. Hard Drive - Reads and writes data onto metal platters

7. Optical Drive - Reads and writes data stored on compact discs

8. ROM

   • Read . Only . Memory
   • Permanant storage

9. Graphic card

   • Creates better graphics and visual display

10. Sound card

    • Creates better sound quality