Computer Hardware Components

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What is the primary function of the CPU?

  • To convert AC power to DC power
  • To execute instructions and perform calculations (correct)
  • To store data permanently
  • To control the flow of power to components

What type of RAM is not mentioned in the text?

  • DDR2 (correct)
  • DDR6
  • DDR4
  • DDR3

What is the primary function of the Power Supply?

  • To regulate the flow of data between components
  • To store data temporarily
  • To convert DC power to AC power
  • To convert AC power from the wall outlet to DC power for components (correct)

What is the main difference between a HDD and an SSD?

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What is the primary function of the Motherboard?

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What type of display is not mentioned in the text?

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What is the primary function of the Graphics Card?

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Components

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

  • Executes instructions and performs calculations
  • Examples: Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 5

Motherboard

  • Main circuit board that connects all hardware components
  • Features:
    • Socket for CPU
    • RAM slots
    • Expansion slots (PCIe, PCI)
    • Connectors for peripherals (USB, SATA)

RAM (Random Access Memory)

  • Temporary storage for data and applications
  • Measured in GB (gigabytes) or TB (terabytes)
  • Types:
    • DDR3, DDR4, DDR5 (types of RAM)

Storage

  • Permanent storage for data and programs
  • Types:
    • HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
    • SSD (Solid-State Drive)
    • Hybrid (HHDD)

Input/Output Devices

Keyboard

  • Input device for typing and commands

Mouse

  • Input device for cursor control and navigation

Monitor

  • Output device for displaying images and text
  • Types:
    • CRT (Cathode Ray Tube)
    • LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
    • LED (Light Emitting Diode)

Power Supply

  • Converts AC power from the wall outlet to DC power for components
  • Measured in watts (W)

Expansion Cards

Graphics Card

  • Controls graphics and video output
  • Integrated or dedicated

Sound Card

  • Handles audio output and processing
  • Integrated or dedicated

Components

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

  • Executes instructions and performs calculations
  • Examples of CPUs include Intel Core i5 and AMD Ryzen 5

Motherboard

  • Acts as the main circuit board, connecting all hardware components
  • Features socket for CPU, RAM slots, expansion slots (PCIe, PCI), and connectors for peripherals (USB, SATA)

RAM (Random Access Memory)

  • Provides temporary storage for data and applications
  • Measured in GB (gigabytes) or TB (terabytes)
  • Types of RAM include DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5

Storage

  • Provides permanent storage for data and programs
  • Types of storage include HDD (Hard Disk Drive), SSD (Solid-State Drive), and Hybrid (HHDD)

Input/Output Devices

Keyboard

  • Allows for typing and issuing commands

Mouse

  • Enables cursor control and navigation

Monitor

  • Displays images and text
  • Types of monitors include CRT (Cathode Ray Tube), LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), and LED (Light Emitting Diode)

Power Supply

  • Converts AC power from the wall outlet to DC power for components
  • Measured in watts (W)

Expansion Cards

Graphics Card

  • Controls graphics and video output
  • Can be integrated or dedicated

Sound Card

  • Handles audio output and processing
  • Can be integrated or dedicated

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