1.1.0 key system harware Flashcards
what are the stages of computer processing
input –> processing - output
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storage
what is an input device
a peice of hardware which is used to enter data into a computer system
what is a storage device
allows a permanent record of data to be kept
what is a output device
A piece of hardware that allows athe user to see or hear data after it has been processed
example of an input device
keyboard
example of an output device
monitor
example of a storage device
dvd
what is a CPU
part of the computer that receives and executes instructions
what is the cpu placed under
cooling system
What is the motherboard
It connects all the components together and it holds and allows communication between many of the curutal electronic components of a system
What is the memory/ram
the main memory in the computer, it stores the information your computer is actively using so that it can be accessed quickly. The more programs your system is running, the more memory you’ll need.
In what situation would u need more memory
if your systems were running loads of programs
What is the hard disk drive
hard disk drives control the reading and writing of the hard disk that provides data storage.
What can a hard drive store
They can store operating systems, software programs and other files using magnetic disks
what is a graphics card
The video card is an expansion card that allows the computer to send graphical information to a video display device such as a monitor, TV, or projector so that they can display the output.
