CPU (Central Processing Unit) - Answers The primary component that performs most of the processing
inside a computer.
RAM (Random Access Memory) - Answers Temporary storage used by the computer to run programs
and process data.
Hard Drive (HDD) - Answers A data storage device that uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve
digital information.
Solid State Drive (SSD) - Answers A data storage device that uses flash memory to store data and is
faster than an HDD.
Motherboard - Answers The main circuit board that holds the CPU, RAM, and other essential
components.
Graphics Card (GPU) - Answers A component that renders images, videos, and animations for display.
Power Supply Unit (PSU) - Answers Provides power to all the components of a computer.
Peripheral Devices - Answers External devices like a keyboard, mouse, printer, and monitor.
Operating System (OS) - Answers Software that manages computer hardware and software resources
(e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
Application Software - Answers Programs that perform specific tasks for users (e.g., Microsoft Word,
Google Chrome).
Utility Software - Answers Programs that perform maintenance tasks (e.g., antivirus software, disk
cleanup tools).
Driver - Answers Software that allows the operating system to communicate with hardware devices.
Network - Answers A group of interconnected computers that share resources and information.
Internet - Answers The global network connecting millions of private, public, academic, business, and
government networks.
Wi-Fi - Answers A wireless technology that allows devices to connect to the internet or a network
without physical cables.
Ethernet - Answers A wired network technology used for local area networks (LANs).
Router - Answers A device that forwards data packets between computer networks, creating an overlay
internetwork.