Hardware Hero
The "brain" of the computer.
CPU
Windows, macOS, and Linux are types of these.
Operating Systems
The global network of networks.
The Internet
A mouse is this type of device (Input or Output).
Input
This "short-term" memory is cleared when power is lost.
RAM
This main board connects all your components.
Motherboard
Software you use to perform tasks like typing a letter.
Application Software
A network limited to a small area like a home or office.
LAN (Local Area Network)
This output device displays the visual interface.
Monitor
The physical parts of a computer you can touch.
Hardware
This unit provides power to all components.
PSU (Power Supply)
This "open-source" OS is famous for its penguin mascot.
Linux
This device connects your home network to the internet.
Router
A printer that also scans and copies is called an...
All-in-One (or Peripheral)
Converting data into code to keep it secret.
Encryption
A storage drive with no moving parts, faster than an HDD.
SSD (Solid State Drive)
The core part of the OS that talks directly to hardware.
Kernel
The unique physical "fingerprint" address of a network card.
MAC Address
This port type is the current universal standard for I/O.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
1,024 Gigabytes is equal to one of these.
Terabyte (TB)
The two main parts of a CPU: The ALU and the...
Control Unit (CU)
This "virtual" computer runs inside your physical one.
Virtual Machine
This protocol automatically gives your phone an IP address.
DHCP
This type of input uses physical traits like fingerprints.
Biometrics
The first screen you see after the OS finishes "booting."
Desktop