Parts of a Computer
This is the main circuit board that connects the
computer’s parts together.
motherboard
Stands for Random Access Memory. It stores data and instructions while the computer is working.
RAM
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 unexcepted ways, or interfere with the operation of a network, all while concealing and replicating itself.
Virus
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
Programs that tell a computer what to do and how to do it.
Software
The most commonly used type of secondary storage device, which stores bits of data as aligned particles on the surface of a magnetic desk.
Hard Drive
Stands for Universal Serial Bus. A standard that allows communication between devices, such as between a flash drive and a computer.
USB
A personal computer that is small enough to be carried around.
Laptop
An individual’s personal computer that resides on a desk or table.
desktop computer
The physical parts of a computer.
Hardware
Stands for Secure Digital memory card. A type of memory card typically used in digital cameras
SD Card
A router receives and sends data on computer networks.
Router
Stands for Secure Digital memory card. A type of memory card typically used in digital cameras.
SD Card
- A motherboard is the main circuit board inside a computer that connects the different parts of a computer together.
Motherboard
A computer that provides data to other computers.
Server
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
Stands for Central Processing Unit. A piece of the computer’s hardware that processes and compares data and completes arithmetic and logical operations.
CPU
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
A microchip is 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
Areas on Internet servers where data and applications can be stored and accessed.
Cloud Storage
A personal computer that is small enough to be carried around.
Laptop
The 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
A router receives and sends data on computer network.
Router