Flashcards
Components of a Computer
Cards in this deck (7)
- 1RAM (Random Access Memory)-RAM contains data the computer is currently using
-Data is taken from secondary storage, so the CPU can access it quicker
-Is Volatile, data is lost when power is lost - 2ROM (Read Only Memory)-Non-Volatile
-Stores the boot sequence
-Cannot be overwritten - 3GPU (Graphics Processor Unit)-Takes video data from the Processor and converts it into to signals for the Monitor
-Takes strain off CPU - 4Sound Card-Enables the computer to input, process, and deliver sound.
- 5MotherboardThe central printed circuit board PCB that holds the crucial components of the system.
- 6Power Supply UnitSupplies power to the computer at the right level.
- 7Heat Sink/CPU Fans-Used to control the temperature of the computers components