Assignment in Computer VI

Submitted by : Irish Anne Niquolle

VI-Aerodynamics

Submitted to : Teacher Daphne

 Housing

The housing is the part of your computer that holds all the parts that make
the computer operate. In a desktop tower, the housing does not include a
monitor, keyboard or mouse. An all-inclusive computer houses both a
monitor and the components that make the computer function, but does not
include a mouse or keyboard. A laptop includes the monitor, keyboard,
mouse (or mouse alternative) and the components that make the computer
function.
 Motherboard

The motherboard is the part of your computer that wires all of the other
parts together. It is a printed circuit board and includes the CPU and
memory. Every component of your computer connects directly into the
motherboard. It typically includes expansion options for high-end graphic
displays and additional devices. Motherboard specifications are designed
around which CPU your computer uses. For example, if your computer
uses an Intel processor, you need an Intel-compatible motherboard.
 Processor (CPU)

The processor, or CPU, of a computer is basically the brains of the

computer. The processor is responsible for interpreting every code it
receives from the other computer components, and making it usable to
your operating system. Though it's simply a single chip, the processor's
speed determines the overall speed of your computer. The CPU contains a
control unit and the Arithmetic Logic Unit, or ALU.
 Hard Drive

The hard drive part of your computer is also called the hard disk.
Essentially, it is the part of the computer that stores your information. If you
upload a picture to your computer, it is stored on the hard drive. Hard drive
capacity is measure in megabytes, or MB, though some massive computer
store in terrabytes, or TB. The hard drive is set of disk platters that sit
inside the computer housing. Though other devices may store data, such
as thumb drives, the hard drive is resident in your computer and cannot be
removed.
 Display Adapter

Whether a graphic card or part of the motherboard, the display adapter is

the component of your computer that interprets video signal. They define
how frequently your monitor refreshes, how many colors the display
supports and the maximum resolutions. Gaming adapters are the most
high-end type; they offer 3D graphics and require significant power and
cooling.
 RAM (Memory)

Random Access Memory, or RAM, is the part of your computer that is used
as instant memory. RAM is always in use as a temporary location to
execute instructions from your computer. For example, if you run many
programs at once, you may need to upgrade your RAM because your
computer is using more memory. RAM comes in many different
configurations, such as Dynamic RAM, or DRAM, and SRAM, which runs at
a higher speed.