Function of motherboards in a computer system.

Act as the central hub, connecting all essential components and enabling communication.

Components connected by the motherboard's central circuit hub.

CPU, RAM, and other components.

Features modern motherboards may include.

Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and support for multiple graphics cards (SLI or CrossFire).

Role of the motherboard in powering components.

Gives power to all of the internal components.

Has a chipset that manages data flow between the CPU, memory, and peripherals.

UEFI stands for Universal Extensible Firmware Interface.

A modern replacement for the basic input/output system (BIOS) firmware.

Performs start-up procedures, determines available peripheral devices, and loads the operating system into main memory.

Advantages of UEFI over BIOS

Programmable, faster boot and resume times, modern look, supports larger storage drives, allows mouse use, and offers better security.

UEFI and older hardware

Older hardware and software may not work in UEFI mode.

UEFI's additional features

Behaves like a tiny operating system, offering Secure Boot and networking capabilities.

UEFI is a more advanced and user-friendly firmware interface that enhances the boot process, supports larger storage, and improves security.

UEFI improves the boot process, supports larger storage, and enhances security compared to traditional BIOS.

Stores information in a .efi file instead of the firmware unlike BIOS.

UEFI stores information in a .efi file, unlike BIOS.

UEFI offers security like "Secure Boot", which prevents the computer from booting from unauthorized/unsigned applications.

Secure Boot in UEFI prevents booting from unauthorized or unsigned applications.

A software program that connects a computer operating system to its firmware.

UEFI connects a computer's operating system to its firmware.

Mainly starts up and checks the hardware components on the motherboard.

UEFI starts up and checks hardware components on the motherboard.

UEFI is a specification for a software program that connects a computer's firmware to its operating system.

UEFI specifies how a computer's firmware connects to its operating system.

A modern firmware interface that replaces the traditional BIOS on personal computers.

UEFI replaces the traditional BIOS on personal computers.

UEFI behaves similarly to a tiny operating system, offering features like Secure Boot and networking capabilities that were absent in BIOS.

UEFI functions like a small operating system with features like Secure Boot and networking, unlike BIOS.

Allows for a much greater range of system configurations than traditional BIOS.

UEFI supports a wider range of system configurations compared to BIOS.

RAM (Random Access Memory)

Volatile memory, stored temporarily for ease of access.

DRAM (Dynamic RAM) and SRAM (Static RAM)

RAM is a crucial component for the speed and efficiency of a computer.

It provides fast, temporary storage for active tasks and applications.

DDR stands for double data rate.

Data is transferred twice per cycle.

The most common types of RAM.

DRAM and SRAM. DRAM is small, affordable, and has lower power consumption but requires constant refreshing. SRAM is large, expensive, and has a long life but consumes a lot of power.

Two main types of RAM.

Dynamic RAM (DRAM) and Static RAM (SRAM). DRAM is best for high-density storage, while SRAM is faster and more power-efficient.

Memory can be fast and volatile.

If you turn off your computer, the RAM will forget everything.

RAM is used as short-term memory storage.

It is for a computer's central processing unit.

RAM is often referred to as a computer's main memory.

It is opposed to the processor cache or other memory types.

When your RAM is working properly.

You'll be able to switch between programs quickly and freely.

GPU's have their own CPU's, which produce heat.

So GPU's will have their own fan and heat sink.

Specialized CPU's for supporting graphic capabilities.

GPU's are essentially specialized CPU's for supporting the graphic capabilities of a computer.

Boost the speed and processing capabilities of a system.

GPU's boost the speed and processing capabilities of a system.

There are two types of GPU's: discrete and integrated.

Designed for parallel processing.

The GPU is used in a wide range of applications, including graphics and video rendering.

First GPU made by Nvidia.

The first GPU was made by Nvidia in 1999, it was the GeForce 256.

Cards that handle graphical needs.

GPU cards are utilized to handle the graphical needs of a computer.

GPU architecture refers to the design and layout of its component.

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Purpose of common internal computing components

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To work together to process data and execute instructions

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Connects all the components of the computer

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The motherboard connects all the components of the computer.

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Contains the computer's BIOS (brain)

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The motherboard contains the computer's BIOS, often referred to as the brain.

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Largest board inside a computer's casing

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The motherboard is the largest board inside a computer's casing.

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Inadequate case cooling around the CPU socket

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Inadequate case cooling around the CPU socket can reduce the life expectancy of the motherboard.

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Three main CPU sockets on a motherboard

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There are three main CPU sockets on a motherboard: LGA, PGA, and BGA.

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Main printed circuit board in a computer

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The motherboard is the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer.

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