Computing Hardware

Computing Hardware

1. GPU

   • GPU(graphics processing unit) is used to show animations, images or videos on a computer.
   • GPU's are used for graphically intense games for PC users, and are often priced at £100 and above

2. CPU

   • CPU's are often referred to as the brains of a computer as it performs most of the essential tasks.
   • CPU's perform the logical, arithmetic and input/output operations of a computer, and yet it is just a small chip.

3. RAM

   • RAM stand for random access memory.
   • It is a volatile type of memory, meaning it is erased on shutdown of the PC.
   • The more RAM you have, the faster your PC will run as it will have more memory space to fetch from

4. Motherboard

   • The motherboard contains the essential components for a computer to use for it to function, and also contains slots for other accessories to be slotted into.
   • The main companies that provide motherboards include: MSI, EVGA, Dell, ASUS and miTAC

5. Flash Drive

   • Flash drive is a type of solid state memory and is a portable device that carries memory from your computer wherever you go.
   • Typically used for school work and work you cannot take physically such as a power point presentation

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