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Input
Input
Keyboard, Mechanical keyboard, White keyboard image., rabeca, pixabay.com
Input relates to how a person interacts with a computer. Some examples of this are keyboards, mice, game controllers, and etc.. These devices help an individual utilize a computer.
Output
Output
Printer, Photo printer, Inkjet image., HarinathR, pixabay.com
Output relates to what a computer puts out when a user inputs something. Some examples of this are monitors, speakers, headphones, printers, and etc.. Input and output devices work together to make a computer function.
Motherboard
Motherboard
The motherboard connects all the components of a computer. It connects the power supply, CPU, GPU, RAM, and the storage.
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The CPU executes instructions for the hardware. It has a processing unit that processes instructions. It has a arithmetic unit that executes instructions, and a register to store data.
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The GPU handles the computer's graphics. It handles what a monitor displays. The better a GPU, the better the graphics are of your computer.
Storage Device
Storage Device
The storage device stores permanent memory. This stores downloads, the operating system, and vital systems for the computer to function. Even when turned off, the data is still retained.
Moya, L. (2025, April 14). Basic components of a computer: How they function for users. American Public University. https://www.apu.apus.edu/area-of-study/information-technology/resources/basic-components-of-a-computer/
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/computer-science-fundamentals/input-and-output-devices/
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