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Inside the computer
The internal Computer
19 cards·by arejai
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What is the computers main circuit board?
Motherboard
This part contains all of the computers components.
Motherboard
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
This is called the brain of your computer.
CPU
How many processors do most computers have?
two
This holds short term memory.
RAM
What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory
What happens to your RAM when it loses power?
The memory is wiped
What happens when you add more RAM to your computer?
It will run faster
This holds long term memory.
Hard Drive
What happens to your hard drive when it loses power?
Nothing, everything is still saved.
Where are files and software stored on your computer?
Hard drive
What part of the computer connects to the power outlet?
Power Supply
This helps laptops not overheat.
fan
A fan is located inside this part.
Power Supply
What does a video card do?
Allows us to see images and text on the screen
Why do computers have empty expansion cards?
So you can add the performance you want
What does a sound card do?
What we plug headphones and speakers into
What does a network card do?
This lets us connect to the Internet.