Computer Parts
Supplies power to the computer, like a stomach
Power supply
Information that is inserted into a computer
Input
CPU
Central Processing Unit
The physical parts of a computer
Hardware
Gives the computer instructions on how to complete a specific task
Software
Connects all the parts of the computer together, like a heart
Motherboard
Information that is extracted from a computer
Output
GPU
Graphics Processing Unit
Acts as a middle man, connecting software and hardware together, like a soul
Operating System
A part of a computer program that runs forever until a certain requirement is met
Loop
Draws images, videos, and does graphics-based math, like eyes
GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
Is able to store and edit large amounts of data for long periods of time, like long-term memory
Storage (SSD/HDD)
ROM
Read-Only Memory
The set of instructions a computer uses to process information
Algorithm
The act of trying different things until something works or you figure out what the issue is, like trial and error
Troubleshooting
Does large amounts of math and logic extremely quickly, like a brain
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
When a computer takes input and uses it to create an output. For example, Input is 1+1, Output is 2
Processing
RAM
Random Access Memory
A question that produces different output depending on the input
Conditional
Applications and storage drives that are accessed using a web browser and a strong internet connection
Cloud
Temporarily stores data that can be accessed quickly, like short-term memory
RAM (Random Access Memory)
A form of memory that stores data that cannot be erased or edited, like DNA
ROM (Read-Only Memory)
SSD
Solid State Drive
Devices that you plug into a computer that adds extra functionality (optional features)
Peripheral Devices
What are the three steps you should try if your computer monitor is black? (no specific order)
1. Make sure the computer is turned on
2. Make sure the monitor is turned on
3. Make sure the computer is plugged into the monitor