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Inside A Computer

The document describes the key components of a computer, focusing on the motherboard, which houses the CPU, RAM, hard drive, expansion slots, power supply unit, and battery. The CPU acts as the brain of the computer, while RAM serves as short-term memory and hard drives provide long-term storage. It also highlights the differences between traditional hard drives and solid-state drives, as well as the role of expansion slots for upgrades.

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Inside A Computer

The document describes the key components of a computer, focusing on the motherboard, which houses the CPU, RAM, hard drive, expansion slots, power supply unit, and battery. The CPU acts as the brain of the computer, while RAM serves as short-term memory and hard drives provide long-term storage. It also highlights the differences between traditional hard drives and solid-state drives, as well as the role of expansion slots for upgrades.

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INSIDE A COMPUTER

Every computer has a large circuit board called the Motherboard. The motherboard contains some

of the most important components of the computer, such as:

1. CPU (Central Processing Unit) or Processor

- The CPU is considered the brain of the computer because it processes information and carries

out instructions.

- A heatsink is attached to the CPU to draw away heat and keep it cool.

2. RAM (Random Access Memory)

- This is the computer's short-term memory.

- It temporarily stores data that the computer is currently using.

- RAM cannot permanently store files because its contents are cleared when the computer is

turned off.

3. Hard Drive or Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

- This is the long-term storage of the computer.

- Traditional hard drives use magnetic platters to store data.

- Many newer computers use Solid State Drives (SSD) instead.

SSD (Solid State Drive):

- Faster and more durable than traditional HDDs

- More expensive

4. Expansion Slots (found on many desktop motherboards)

- These allow users to upgrade the computer by adding expansion cards, such as:
- A Video Card (for better graphics performance)

- A Wireless Card (to connect to a wireless network)

- Most laptops do not have expansion slots.

5. Power Supply Unit (PSU)

- This component converts electrical power from an outlet into usable power for the computer's

internal components.

6. Battery (in laptops)

- Laptops also contain a built-in battery that provides power when not connected to electricity.

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