Components of a computer

Components of a computer

1. RAM

   • Stores data while powered.

2. Fan

   • Cools the components that may get hot.

3. Power supply

   • Supplies power to the components.

4. Motherboard

   • Connects all components.

5. CPU

   • Processes information.

6. Hard drive

   • Reads and writes data onto metal platters.

7. Optical drive.

   • Reads and writes data stores on compact discs.

8. Floppy drive

   • Reads and writes information from floppy discs.

9. ROM

   • Read only memory - you can read a passage or view a picture but you can't edit them.