Computer parts Vocabulary
RAM/ Processor
An electronic device used for processing data
Monitor
Sits on desk and displays what is running on the computer
Hard drive/ memory
Where a computer stores information
Disk drive/ CD Ram
A mechanism that spins, reads, and writes disks
Server
Designed to support a computer network that allows user to share data, software and peripherals
Keyboard
A computer input device that uses a set of keys to put data into the computer
Client/ personal computer
A computer that serves one user at a time
Internet
A global network connecting millions of computers, linking the exchange of data, news, and opinions
Operating system/ conductor
Computer program that gives a detailed set of instructions to tell the computer exactly what to do
CPU
It carries out instructions to operate the computer
Motherboard
Provides the means of connecting all the components of a computer
URL
The address to a file on a web server
Output
The computer generated information that is displayed. Examples of devices are monitor, printer, speakers, and projector
Input
The data that is entered into a computer. Examples of devices are a keyboard, mouse, touch screen, and scanner .
Hardware
The physical parts of the computer system that you can touch and feel