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CPU

Input Devices…..EG Importing data into a computer. In computing, an input device is a peripheral (piece of

computer hardware equipment) used to provide data and control signals to an

information processing system such as a computer or other information

appliance. Examples of input devices

includes Mouse, Keyboard, Joystick, PlayStation Controller and Charger.

Storage Devices EG Memory Card as it holds Pictures and

Data

Memory Card

A small,

flat flash drive used especially in digital cameras and mobile phones.

Memory

stick, Ram, Computers, Mobiles, Audio Players, Video Game Hardware,

Output

Speakers, Printer Any machine

capable of representing information from a computer. This includes display screens, printers, plotters, and synthesizers.

Microprocessor (Only made to do one Thing)

Dish Washer, Microwave, Oven, Washing Machine, House Alarm,

Calculator (Labour)

CPU Definition

The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the part of a computer system that is

commonly referred to as the "brains" of a computer. The CPU is also known as the processor or

microprocessor. The CPU is

responsible for executing a sequence of stored instructions called a program.

Internal & External memory devices

Hard Disks, Magnetic tape, CD, DVD

Bios

A set of computer instructions in firmware which control

input and output operations (Eg Instructions for Email and Desktop).

Cmos

Semi-conductor chip

On-board semiconductor chip…Powered by CMOS Battery inside

the computer

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