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Know Your Components

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  • Keeps the computer cool by blowing air over the internal components to prevent overheating
    Cooling Fan
  • It stores data.
    HARD DISK DRIVE
  • A card that allows the computer to connect to the internet or a network.
    Network Card
  • Allows the computer to play sound through speakers or headphones and capture sound through a microphone.
    Sound Card
  • The part of the computer where data is stored
    Hard Drive/ SSD
  • Small speakers that fit over or in your ears.
    Headphones
  • It used to render images on your computer.
    GRAPHICS CARD
  • The main circuit board inside the computer.
    Motherboard
  • It acts as the "brain" of your computer.
    CPU OR PROCESSOR
  • A device that prints text, pictures, or documents from the computer onto paper.
    Printer
  • What is RAM stands for?
    Random Access Memory
  • It powers all of your computer's individual components and the interface between your computer and the wall socket into which you plug your computer.
    PSU - POWER SUPPLY UNIT
  • A drive that can read discs like DVDs or CDs.
    Optical Drive
  • The “brain” of the computer inside the big box or the back of an all-in-one computer.
    CPU
  • It keeps the inside of your case at a safe temperature.
    COOLING SYSTEM
  • It displays pictures, videos, text, and anything you work on.
    Monitor
  • serves as an interface between all of your computer's components and the processor.
    MOTHERBOARD
  • It connects the peripherals to your system unit.
    I/O CONNECTORS
  • The chipset which contains the basic program and system configuration of the computer.
    BIOS
  • Helps the computer show pictures, videos, and games clearly, especially for graphics-heavy tasks like gaming or video editing
    Graphics Card
  • A small device used to store and transfer files between computers.
    USB/ Flash Drive
  • What CPU Stands for?
    CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
  • It is necessary for holding/storing and cooling your components
    CASE OR CHASSIS
  • Helps you type words, numbers, and navigate through the computer.
    Keyboard
  • Allows you to click on things, drag objects, and scroll through pages.
    Mouse
  • It provides more "workspace" to increase your computer's performance.
    RAM /MEMORY
  • Produces sounds so you can hear what’s happening on the computer, like audio or videos.
    Speakers