Computer Build Safety/Terms

What are the physical components of a computer system called?

• Hardware
• Desktop
• Devices
• Peripherals

What are the programs that run on a computer system called? 

• Algorithms
• Code
• Software
• Languages

What is the name of the chip inside the computer that processes information?

• Random Access Memory
• Central Processing Unit
• Read Only Memory
• Motherboard

What are the chips inside a computer that temporarily hold all the programs and data currently being used?

• Random Access Memory (RAM)
• Read Only Memory (ROM)
• Hard Disk
• Hard Drive

The main circuit board in a computer is called the ________.

• RAM
• dongle
• motherboard
•  power supply unit

What is this called?

• CPU
• Screen
• Mouse
• Box

The _______ is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer, including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and power supply.

• Monitor

• Computer Case

• Keyboard

• Mouse

The _____ works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text on the screen.

• Monitor

• Computer Case

• Keyboard

• Mouse

This is where you'll connect the power cord to the computer and this provided power to the components of the computer.

• USB Port

• Audio In/ Audio Out

• Power Supply

• Serial Port

The CPU fits into the motherboard's CPU socket, which is covered by the ____, an object that absorbs heat from the CPU.

• Sink

• Heat Sink

• Fan

• Ice