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Section 11 – Parts of a Computer
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4 Main Parts of a Computer
Part 1: This type of device is known as a(n) INPUT device.
(Section 1)
• It enables information to be passed into the computer.
• It includes the: Keyboard, mouse, scanner, digital camera,
microphone, etc.
Part 2: This device is responsible for STORAGE
(Section 3)
• A unit that holds and gives information to the processor as needed.
• There are two types of storage:
1. Temporary storage which holds information for short periods
and only when the computer is on.
i. Examples of temporary storage include RAM
(RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY )
RAM allows stored data to be accessed in any order.
(i.e., at random).
2. Long term storage holds information for as long as you want it.
i.
Examples of Long-term storage include Hard Disk Drive, CD-Rom,
DVD, Flash Drive.
Part 3: This is the brains of the computer.
The PROCESSING (Section 6)
• It controls all functions.
• The processor is called the CPU
(CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT)
• The motherboard holds the CPU and physically connects all the
other main parts of the computer.
• Cases and chassis house the motherboard and the CPU.
Part 4: This type of device is known as a(n) OUTPUT device.
(Section 1)
• A device that receives information from the processor in the form of
words, sounds or pictures.
• These devices include printers, speakers and Monitor.