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Computer hardware: input, output, storage and CPU basics
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- 1What is an input device?A device that you put information into, such as a keyboard or mouse.
- 2What is an output device?A device which gives out information, such as a monitor screen displaying an image.
- 3What is a storage device?A device which stores data, such as a hard drive or RAM.
- 4Give an example of an input device.Keyboard/mouse/microphone/camera etc.
- 5Give an example of an output device.Printer/monitor/speaker etc.
- 6What is the purpose of the power supply?Provides power to all components of the computer.
- 7What is the purpose of the computer case?It protects all of the parts from damage and keeps them together.
- 8What is the purpose of the motherboard?Connects to all components, keeps everything in place and sends messages to the different parts.
- 9What is the purpose of the processor/CPU?Carries out all processes and instructions on the computer, it is the brain of the computer.
- 10What is the purpose of the RAM?Short-term memory, retains information until the power to the computer is cut off. Once this happens, the data is completely lost.
- 11What is the purpose of the hard drive?Long-term storage, permanently retains information, even when computer is switched off.
- 12What is RSI and what is the cause of RSI?RSI is repetitive strain injury, damage to the hands and wrists mostly. Caused by repeating movements over and over again for a long period of time, such as typing non-stop for over an hour.
- 13What is the cause of back injuries when using a computer?
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