Computer Components and Firmware

Computer Components and Firmware

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Computers

12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Steven Charlton

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

All components are connected to this.

Back

The motherboard connects all components of a computer system.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Contains the main components of a system.

Back

The motherboard contains the main components like RAM and CPU.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

RAM (Random Access Memory)

Back

Data held here is volatile; meaning it goes away when the power is off.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Back

"Brain" of the computer that processes all the data, including mathematical and logical data.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Back

- Stores data on magnetic disks - Moving parts - Cheaper but slower

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Solid State Drive (SSD)

Back

- Stores data on chips - No moving parts - More expensive, but faster

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)

Back

Displays images and can be integrated or dedicated.

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