Computer Hardware Components Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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The brain of the computer, executing instructions. Contains registers, arithmetic logic units, and control units.
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- Central Processing Unit (CPU):
2
Q
Temporarily stores data and instructions during processing, enabling quick access.
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- Random-Access Memory (RAM)
3
Q
Stores firmware and initial startup instructions, non-volatile.
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- Read-Only Memory (ROM):
4
Q
Specialized hardware for rendering images and 3D graphics efficiently.
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- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
5
Q
The main circuit board connecting all hardware components.
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- Motherboard
6
Q
Provides electrical power to all components.
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- Power Supply
7
Q
- The CPU coordinates activities.
- RAM holds data being actively used.
- ROM initializes hardware during startup.
- GPU accelerates graphical computations
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Hardware functions:
