Computer Hardware Component Flashcards

1
Q

a machine that can perform a variety
of operations in accordance with a set of instructions
called program. It processes the input data given by
the programmer/user and provides the desired
information as output.

A

computer

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2
Q

True or False
Hardware refers to any physical component of a computer. Monitor, keyboard and hard disk
are physical components and thus, are hardware. The most important piece of hardware is a
CPU. It is called the ‘brain’ of the computer.

A

True

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3
Q

refers to the programs, which are required to operate the computer. Windows,
Windows media player, Google Chrome and Microsoft Office are all software

A

Software

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4
Q

The hardware parts that
are installed within the CPU cabinet are called _________. Motherboard, CPU, RAM,
ROM and sound card are some examples of this

A

Internal Hardware

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5
Q

a sheet of plastic that
holds all the circuitry to connect various
components of a computer system. It is
one of the most essential parts of a
computer system. It holds together many
crucial components of a computer,
including the CPU, memory and
connectors for input and output devices.

A

Motherboard

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