Duplicate of Computer Basics

Is responsible for what you see on the monitor.

Where software, documents, and other files are stored. The computer's long-term storage

The central processing unit. The brain of the computer, its job is to carry out commands.

Converts the power from the wall outlet to the computer.

Universal Serial Bus. Expansion port used for extra connections

Is responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones.

Basic Input Output System

Keeps the motherboard’s circuits from overheating.

Is responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones.

Random Access Memory. It’s your system's short-term memory.

Computer's main circuit board. Connects to every part of the computer.

Allows your computer to communicate over a network and access the Internet.