What is computer
A computer is an electronic device that can store, process, and retrieve information. Computers can
perform a wide range of tasks, including:
Storing data
Computers can store data at different levels, before, during, and after processing.
Processing data
Computers can process data according to instructions, called programs, to produce an output.
Displaying information
Computers can display the results of their calculations on output devices, such as monitors, speakers,
and printers
Components of computer
1. Mother board : the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer that connects all of its
internal components and allows them to communicate with each other
2. CPU : CPU stands for Central Processing Unit, and it's the main component of a computer
that acts as its control center. It's a complex set of electronic circuitry that runs the machine's
operating system and apps
3. RAM: RAM, or random-access memory, is a computer's short-term memory that stores data
that the CPU needs to run applications and open files
4. STORAGE DEVICE: A storage device is a piece of hardware that stores and retrieves digital
information, such as photos, videos, audio, and program.
5. POWER SUPPLY: A hardware component of a computer system that converts external
electrical power into the specific voltage and current needed by the computer's
components. It's responsible for stable and reliable power delivery, which is important for
the computer to operate smoothly.
6. INPUT DEVICES : An input device is a piece of hardware that allows you to interact with and
control a computer by sending data to it. Eg_________________________
7. OUTPUT DEVICE : Output devices are hardware components of a computer system that
receive data from a computer and convert it into a form that humans can perceive
Eg_________________________
HOW COMPUTERS INTRACT