Computer Hardware

Computer Hardware

1. Hard Drive - Long term storage device for software and documents

   • RAM - When you open a program, the computer copies some of the memory to the RAM

2. Graphics / Sound / Network Cards

   • Allows Internet connection
   • Graphics Card
   • Sound Card

3. Central Processing Unit (CPU) - The electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions.

4. Power Supply Unit (PSU) - The PSU in a computer converts power from the wall outlet into the power needed by a computer. It send power through the motherboard and to other components.

5. Motherboard - A printed circuit board containing the principal components of a computer or other device, with connectors for other circuit boards to be slotted into.

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