Computer hardware

Computer hardware

1. Hard Drive

   • Where documents are stored for long term usage.
     • A faster the hard drive means your computer can start up quicker.

2. Computer hardware

3. Motherboard

   • This is the main circuit board of the computer and is connected to each part of the computer

4. CPU

   • This is often referred to as the brain of the computer as this carries out the commands for example a click of a mouse.

5. RAM

   • This is short term memory it carries out calculations and stores them until the computer is turned off

6. Power supply unit

   • This collects power from the wall outlet and converts it to the energy the computer needs and sends it to other components

7. Expansion cards

   • Video card
     • This improves the quality of graphics
   • Sound card
     • Improves the quality of audio
   • Network card
     • Allows the computer to access the internet

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