What does this Computer Component do?

Question 1

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Answer 1

The CPU does all the calculations and tasks in a PC.

Question 2

Hard Drive

Answer 2

This stores all of your software and files.

Question 3

Random Access Memory (RAM)

Answer 3

This stores all the short term data storage and the current info your PC is using

Question 4

CPU Cooler

Answer 4

This is a fan that cools the CPU from all the hard work it is doing.

Question 5

Motherboard

Answer 5

The Motherboard holds some of the most important computer components like the CPU and the hard drive. Without this the PC wouldn’t be able to function as it would lose its CPU which is basically the brain of the computer and the hard drive which stores all programs and files.

Question 6

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

Answer 6

This isn’t needed for the computer to function but it is recommended as the function for the GPU is to allow videos, websites and more to load faster and it makes games and videos look better.

Question 7

Monitor

Answer 7

The monitor is one of the most important components of a computer because it displays all the inputs that the computer is handling. Like the inputs of the keyboard or mouse you are using to scroll through these slides. Without the monitor the computer would function for nothing.