Computer Parts
This part is the “brain” of the computer.
CPU
This type of memory is temporary and is cleared when the device turns off.
RAM
This is a global network connecting millions of devices.
The internet
This sensor measures brightness in the environment.
Ambient light sensor
A set of clear instructions for a computer.
Algorithm
This part processes images, video and graphics.
GPU
This type of storage keeps data even when the power is off.
Flash Memory
This device directs data around networks and helps devices connect.
This sensor detects direction using Earth’s magnetic field.
Magnetometer
AI systems try to copy this human ability.
Intelligence and/or problem-solving
Is a keyboard an input or output device?
Input
Name a device that uses flash memory.
USB/ phone/ tablet...
Wi-Fi uses these invisible waves to transmit data.
Radio waves
This device can detect movement or tilt.
Accelerometer
In this type of machine learning, the computer is given examples with answers.
Give one example of an output device.
Monitor/ speaker/ printer/ headphones/ projector...
Explain the difference between RAM and flash memory in one sentence.
RAM is temporary working memory, flash memory stores data long-term.
A unique number that identifies each device online.
IP address
Give one example of a smart device that uses sensors to make decisions.
Phone/ smartwatch/ tablet/ smart lights...
Why do AI and machine learning need lots of data?
To find patterns and learn from examples
Name three pieces of hardware found in or attached to a computer.
Why does a computer need both RAM and long-term storage?
RAM helps the computer work quickly, storage keeps files/apps when turned off.
The fastest and most reliable type of internet connection today.
Fibre-optic internet
Explain why “smart” devices aren’t truly intelligent.
They follow programmed rules and data, they don’t think or understand.
What is AI?
AI is technology that can perform tasks that usually need human intelligence, such as recognising patterns, making predictions or understanding language.