Parts of a Computer
Software
most commonly used type of secondary storage device, which stores bits of data as aligned particles on the surface of a magnetic disk.
Hard Drive
The system that allows hardware devices to communicate with one another, run efficiently, and support software programs. Example: Microsoft windows
Operating System
A program whose purpose is to damage or destroy computer data, cause a computer to behave in unexpected ways, or interfere with the operation of a network, all while concealing and replicating itself.
Virus
An individual’s personal computer that resides on a desk or table.
Desktop Computer
The Physical parts of a computer.
Hardware
Stands for Random Access Memory. It stores data and instructions while the computer is working.
RAM
The display screen used to provide visual output from a computer.
Monitor
The system that allows hardware devices to communicate with one another, run efficiently, and support software programs. Example: Microsoft windows
Operating System
A personal computer that is small enough to be carried around.
Laptop
Stands for central Processing Unit. A piece of the computer’s hardware that processes and compares data and completes arithmetic and logical operations.
CPU
A small storage device that uses flash memory and connects to the computer through a usb port; also called a pen drive, jump drive, or thumb drive.
USB Flash Drive
Areas on Internet servers where data and applications can be stored and accessed.
Cloud Storage
Stands for Random Access Memory. It stores data and instructions while the computer is working.
RAM
receives and sends data on computer networks.
Router
1. is the main circuit board inside a computer that connects the different parts of a computer together.
Motherboard
Stands for Universal Serial Bus. A standard that allows communication between devices, such as between a flash drive and a computer.
USB
A standard wireless technology that uses radio waves to connect devices.
Wi-Fi
is the main circuit board inside a computer that connects the different parts of a computer together.
Mother board
Also known as a Trackpad. A flat control surface used to move the cursor and perform like a computer mouse, typically on a laptop computer.
Touchpad
a very small piece of silicon inside a computer. It has electronic circuits on it and can hold large quantities of information or perform mathematical and logical operations.
Microchip
Stands for secure digital memory card. A type of memory card typically used in digital cameras .
SD Card
A computer that provides data to other computers.
Server
The Physical parts of a computer.
Hardware
Stands for Universal Serial Bus. A standard that allows communication between devices, such as between a flash drive and a computer.
USB