Components of a Computer

Components of a Computer

1. CPU

   • The CPU or processor, is where every action taken by the user goes through first. It controls what happens within a computer by using processes and algorithm's.

2. RAM

   • RAM (or memory) is ultra fast storage for temporary data. RAM is used to store the "instructions" and other temporary files when for example an application is being used.

3. GPU

4. Motherboard

   • The motherboard is the component in the computer which connects everything together. It connects to every part of the computer via wires and cables so everything can communicate together. It also houses the CPU and has built in components which contribute to the computers overall capabilities.

5. Hard drive

   • Stores all permanent data in a computer, data can be edited, stored and deleted.

6. Sound card

   • The sound card is the aspect of the computer which controls the output of sound.

7. Optical Drive

   • The optical drive simply acts as a port for CD's and DVD's, once the disc is inserted the content of the disc can be used, or data can be copied off it or burned onto it (if the disc allows it).