Understanding Computer Hardware

The main function of the CPU is to execute instructions and process data.

To store data permanently

To manage network connections

To provide power to the computer

RAM

CPU

Hard Drive

Motherboard

Input hardware

Network hardware

Output hardware

Storage device

RAM is volatile and used for temporary storage; ROM is non-volatile and used for permanent storage.

RAM is non-volatile and used for temporary storage; ROM is volatile and used for permanent storage.

RAM is used for permanent storage; ROM is used for temporary storage.

RAM and ROM are both volatile and used for the same purpose.

The purpose of a motherboard is to connect and allow communication between all computer components.

To act as a cooling system for the computer.

To provide power to the CPU only.

To store all the data of the computer.

printer

mouse

scanner

keyboard

Peripheral device

Storage device

Input device

Output medium

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

Motherboard

Random Access Memory (RAM)

To display graphics and images on a screen.

The function of a hard drive is to store and retrieve digital data.

To connect to the internet and browse websites.

To process and execute software applications.

HDDs are faster and more reliable than SSDs.

SSDs use mechanical parts while HDDs do not.

SSDs are slower and less durable than HDDs.

SSDs are faster and more durable than HDDs, which are slower and use mechanical parts.