Computer Technology

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Computer Technology

• Parts and Operation of a Computer

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Hardware Components

• Processor
• Internal Memory
• Mass or External Storage
• Input devices
• Output Devices

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Processor

• Acts as the Brain of the machine
• Controls the functions
• Manipulates information

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Memory Function

• Stores instruction and information
• Also known as RAM- (random access memory)
• Kilobytes or megabyters are terms used to
  describe capacity of RAM

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Input Devices

• Mouse
• Keyboard
• Scanner
• Microphone

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Output Devices

• Printer
• CRT or LCD
• Speakers

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Mass or External Storage

• Storage

• Stores info. Over long period of time, examples.
• Hard Disk
• Floppy Disc
• Disk
• CD-ROM/DVD-ROM