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Computer parts
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Computer parts
CPU
- It is the brain of the computer
- Stands for central processing unit
- Runs the programs
- The ALU stands for the arithmetic logic unit- it does maths
- On the microchip there is lots of tiny transistors called gates that compare signals and return outputs
RAM
- Stands for random access memory
- Temporarily stores files needed to run a program
- Is volatile
ROM
- Stands for read only memory
- Usually is used for holding file type reader programs and programs that make the whole computer desktop
Motherboard
- Links all the PC parts together
- Relays signals from each device
- Has slots