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Computer Application Lecture 5

The document provides an overview of key computer components, including the motherboard, CPU, RAM, hard drive, power supply unit, and various expansion cards such as video, sound, and network cards. It explains the functions of each component and their roles in the overall operation of a computer. The lecture is part of a course on Medical Instrumentation at Imam Ja’afar Al-Sadiq University in Iraq.

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Computer Application Lecture 5

The document provides an overview of key computer components, including the motherboard, CPU, RAM, hard drive, power supply unit, and various expansion cards such as video, sound, and network cards. It explains the functions of each component and their roles in the overall operation of a computer. The lecture is part of a course on Medical Instrumentation at Imam Ja’afar Al-Sadiq University in Iraq.

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Republic of Iraq

Imam Ja’afar Al-Sadiq


University Kirkuk
Medical Instrumentation

Computer Application

Lecture 5
(Inside Computer)
Asst.Lect.Zeman Mawlood Mohammed

2024-2023

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Motherboard

The motherboard is the computer's main circuit board. It's a thin


plate that holds the CPU, memory, connectors for the hard drive
and optical drives, expansion cards to control the video and
audio, and connections to your computer's ports (such as USB
ports). The motherboard connects directly or indirectly to every
part of the computer.

CPU/processor

The central processing unit (CPU), also called a processor, is


located inside the computer case on the motherboard. It is
sometimes called the brain of the computer, and its job is to
carry out commands. Whenever you press a key, click the
mouse, or start an application, you're sending instructions to the

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CPU.

RAM (random access memory)

RAM is your system's short-term memory. Whenever your


computer performs calculations, it temporarily stores the data in
the RAM until it is needed.

This short-term memory disappears when the computer is turned


off. If you're working on a document, spreadsheet, or other type
of file, you'll need to save it to avoid losing it. When you save a
file, the data is written to the hard drive, which acts as long-term
storage. RAM is measured in megabytes (MB) or gigabytes
(GB).

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Hard drive

The hard drive is where your software, documents, and other


files are stored. The hard drive is long-term storage, which
means the data is still saved even if you turn the computer off or
unplug it.

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Power supply unit

The power supply unit in a computer converts the power from


the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer. It
sends power through cables to the motherboard and other
components.

Expansion cards

Most computers have expansion slots on the motherboard that


allow you to add various types of expansion cards. These are
sometimes called PCI (peripheral component interconnect)
cards. You may never need to add any PCI cards because most
motherboards have built-in video, sound, network, and other
capabilities.

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Video card

The video card is responsible for what you see on the monitor.
Most computers have a GPU (graphics processing unit) built
into the motherboard instead of having a separate video card.

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Sound card

The sound card—also called an audio card—is responsible


for what you hear in the speakers or headphones. Most
motherboards have integrated sound, but you can upgrade to a
dedicated sound card for higher-quality sound.

Network card

The network card allows your computer to communicate over a


network and access the Internet. It can either connect with
an Ethernet cable or through a wireless connection (often
called Wi-Fi).

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Bluetooth card (or adapter)

Bluetooth is a technology for wireless communication over short


distances. It's often used in computers to communicate with
wireless keyboards, mice, and printers. It's commonly built into
the motherboard or included in a wireless network card. For
computers that don't have Bluetooth, you can purchase a USB
adapter, often called a dongle.

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