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The document outlines the basic parts of a computer, including input devices like the keyboard, mouse, and microphone, as well as output devices such as speakers and monitors. It also describes the system unit, which houses essential components like the motherboard and CPU, and mentions peripheral devices like printers and scanners. Each component is briefly explained in terms of its function and role in the computer system.

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Grade 8 Work

The document outlines the basic parts of a computer, including input devices like the keyboard, mouse, and microphone, as well as output devices such as speakers and monitors. It also describes the system unit, which houses essential components like the motherboard and CPU, and mentions peripheral devices like printers and scanners. Each component is briefly explained in terms of its function and role in the computer system.

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BASIC PARTS OF A COMPUTER

The visible parts of the computer are shown above.


These include:

1. Keyboard -A keyboard is a device that looks like a


typewriter that is used to enter (input) data into
the computer.
2. Mouse - This is a pointing device that enable the
user to enter commands in a computer. To input
a command, the user moves the mouse which also
moves the pointer on the screen. The pointer is then
clicked on icons and controls to issue commands.
3. Microphone – A microphone, colloquially named
mic is a device that converts sound into electrical
signals.
4. Speakers – Speakers are a popular output devices used with computers systems. Theyreceive
audio input from the computer sound card and produce audio output in the form of sound
waves. Speakers usually come in pairs, which allows them to produce stereo sound from two
separate audio channels.
5. Monitor - The monitor is also called the screen or Visual Display Unit (VDU). This device
enables the user to see what is happening in the system unit.
6. System unit – The system unit, also known as a “tower” or “Chassis,” is the main part of a
desktop computer. It houses the Motherboard, CPU, RAM and other components. The term
“system unit” is often used to differentiate between the computer and peripheral devices as
monitor, keyboard and mouse.

Others include:

7. Printer- This is a device which converts softcopy (intangible data) into hardcopy (tangible
data).
8. Scanner- This is a device used to capture data directly into the computer.

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