Computer Basics

ROM determines how fast the computer runs.

Gives instructions to the CPU to tell it what to do with the data it receives.

ROM Retains data if computer power is on or off.

The purpose of the heat sink fan is to cool the motherboard.

CPU stands for:

The BIOS can also be called the "boot" program.

I wake up the computer and remind it what to do.

The CPU takes instructional inputs from the computer’s RAM decodes and processes the action, before delivering an output

What is the purpose of the CPU?

ROM is also known as short term memory.

A "program" is a set of instructions that tells the computer how to perform a specific task.

ROM is short term memory.

A rigid non-removable magnetic disk is the CD

The computer case contains the main components of the computer.

The physical part of the computer is called software.

RAM stands for:

The power supply is one of the basic components of a computer.

Video card handles all the graphics displayed on the monitor.

This produces images on the computer monitor