Tynker - All About Computers 1: What is a Computer?

computer

An electronic device that can store information and do a lot of other useful things.

keyboard

An input device with lots of buttons and keys representing letters, numbers, symbols and some special functions.

mouse

An output device that can show images, text, icons, and even videos and displays what the computer is working on.

CPU (central processing unit)

Controls the different parts of the computer by sending instructions and performs key processes like calculations, comparisons and decision-making.

output

How the computer presents the results of processing the input.

input

Information (data) that is entered into or received by a computer.

speakers

Lets us enjoy music or listen to other sounds from the computer.

printer

Prints a copy of an image or a text file that's stored on a computer.

internet browser

Software that lets us access the internet, communicate with people, and even download photos and videos.

word processor

Software that lets us create, edit, and format text documents.

device

Something made to accomplish a specific purpose.

software

The instructions to operate the computer, such as the applications you see on the screen.

hardware

The parts of computers that can be seen and touched, like a monitor or keyboard.

storage device

Used to safely store digital information.

processing

What the computer does with the input that it receives.