Different Types of Computer Components

Task 1
Arrange the arrows so they provide a link between the correct
names for the different types of computer components.
Motherboard

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Random Access Memory

(RAM)

Read Only Memory (ROM)

Internal Hard Disk Drive

External Hard Disk Drive

Graphics Card

Peripherals

CardSystems
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Task 2
In the table below you should describe the functions of each
computer component.

Computer Description of the functions of

Component
each component
Motherboard

CPU

RAM

Its circuit board

Keep all the components communicate
To any types of computer
The brain of a computer
Calculate math
Measure by Hz
Can be read and write
Measure by Hz (Speed), Gb (Size)
Lost all the information if the computer
is off

Unit 1: Types and Components of Computer Systems

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ROM

Storage
Devices

Graphics Card

Sound Card

Peripherals

Known as BIOS
Can only be read
Keep the information forever
A hardware
Can be external or internal to the
devices
Stores, extracts and ports the data files
Hardware device
Connected to the motherboard
Include the cooling fan, processing unit,
and a memory card
Internal hardware device
Allowed connect to the headphone or
microphone
The sound card coverts digital data
Hardware component
Connect to monitors
Like a mouse, or speakers

Unit 1: Types and Components of Computer Systems

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