This is called the "brains of the computer" because it receives and executes instructions.

This part supplies circuits with the power needed to run. In laptops this can also take the form of a built in battery.

The long-term storage component of a computer where software can be installed.

The short-term memory of a computer that stores temporary data while the computer is being used.

This circulates air and draws heat away from the CPU to cool the entire computer system.

These are on the motherboard to connect upgrades, such as sound cards, video cards, or network cards.

RAM stands for

CPU stands for