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Computer components
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- 1CPUThe brain or processer of a computer. Function: executes programmes
- 2MotherboardA circuit board containing the principal components of the device. Every device is connected to it.
- 3RAM (Random Access Memory)Fast temporary memory access in which applications and data are stored.
This data can be lost if the computer loses power - 4ROM (Read Only Memory)Memory that cannot be changed by a program or user. Keeps memory even if the computer is off.
e.g. boot up program - 5Graphics cardA hardware that produces the image you see on a monitor by converting data
- 6Sound carda hardware that allows the use of audio components for multimedia applications
- 7PSU (Power Supply Unit)The battery of a computer
- 8HDD (Hard drive)A data storage device used for storing and retrieving data.
- 9CPU fan/heat sinkA component cooling the processor before the heat damages other components.
Uses air or water to keep cool..
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- Year 10 Computing Flashcards on Computer components, created by Matt Fifield on 10/09/2016.
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