Hardware: -
Computer hardware is the physical tangible part of a
computer. They comprise the main part of a computer both internal and
external or peripherals. The main characteristic of hardware is it can be
seen, felt, and even touch, unlike computer software.
The Hardware Components of the Computer are further classified as:
1. Input Devices.
2. Output Devices.
3. Processing Devices.
4. Memory (Storage) Devices.
The computer hardware is categorized into input, processing, storage,
output, and communication devices. Each category is used for different
functions. Input devices are used to enter data into the computer, then
the processing component takes over to process it into information.
During processing, it is stored in the main memory and secondary
storage for future reference. To display the data being processed or
results output devices are used and it can be shared with help of
communication components.
The Graphical representation of Hardware and its various types along
with its examples is as following:
Hardware
Processing
input devides Ouput devices Storage devices
devices
Secondary Primary
Mouse Plotters ALU and CU
Storage Device Storage Device
RAM(For USB, SD card,
Keyboard Monitors RAM and ROM
processing) Hard disk
Scanner Speakers CD and DVDs
Joystick Projectors
Printers
