1.1.1c Internal Components and ports

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What is an internal component?

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An internal component is a part that is designed to be connected/attached to the inside of a computer system.

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CPU

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To fetch, decode, and execute instructions.

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Graphics card

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Outputs images to a display device and controls each pixel on the screen.

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Main memory

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To store data/programs currently in use.

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Sound card

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Generates sounds that could be recorded and played.

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Motherboard

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To connect all the components together.

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Network interface card

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Enables users to connect to a network.

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Control Unit

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Decodes instructions and sends signals to other components on how to respond to this instruction.

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Arithmetic Logic Unit

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Responsible for performing arithmetic calculations and logical decisions.

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What is a computer port?

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Ports are slots on the motherboard into which a cable of an external device is plugged in.