Fundamental in programming Flashcards
What is the three (3) major component of a computer?
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Peopleware
the physical parts of computer and related devices that we use as an internal and external devices.
computer Hardware
it processed all information by computer systems programs
such as (MSoffice and MS Windows), and data.
computer Software
the work done by people in the computer industry, Together with the software and hardware
Peopleware
The Difference between Hardware and Software?
Hardware is a physical parts computer andSoftware is a set of instruction that tells a
computer exactly what to do.
Components of a Computer System and Storage Devices?
CPU
Motherboard
Bios
Graphics Card
Storage
RAM
it handleall instructionsit receivesfrom hardware and software running on the computer.
CPU (Central processing unit)
it is foundation of a computer and allows communication to and between the CPU and RAM and all other computer hardware components
Motherboard
device that allows information to be stored and retrieved on a computer
RAM (Random access memory)
it connects to a computer motherboard. It is used to create a picture on a display
Video card
non-volatile data storage device. Usually installed internally in a computer
Storage (HDD)
Input devices
- joy stick
- Keyboard
- Computer mouse
- Scanner
- Light pen
- Microphone
- Barcoder
- Head/earphones
Output Devices
- Monitor
- Web Cam
- Flat-panel
- Printer
- Projector
- Speaker
- Plotter
- DVD-R
what is Sound Card?
allow the computer system to produce sound
