Introduction To Computer Hardware
Introduction To Computer Hardware
Input devices - An input device is any hardware component that allows users to enter
data and instructions into a computer. Whenever you type a letter in a word processor,
or issue the command to open or close the word processing program, you use an input
device.
Central processing unit or processor - The central processing unit (CPU) performs
personal computer, the CPU is usually housed within the tower (or base unit) to which
Storage devices - Storage devices provide a means of storing data and programs
hard disk drive until it is needed. When the program is activated, it is transferred from
the storage device into the computer’s memory. When the program has ended or is no
longer needed, it can be removed from memory so that other programs or data can be
used.
Output devices. Output devices translate the results of processing (output) into a
on a screen or sent to a printer. An output device may also transfer data requiring