Computer Components

2. – this is where the user types numbers and letters, which is essential
3. – This refers to locations where information is stored.
7. – this is where temporary information is stored
10. – these move a pointer around on the screen
12. – this is the acronym for the component that funnels power to each device
13. – this is the visual display that shows everything you need to see
14. – this is what is used to point and select options to navigate the computer

1. – this device exports information from the computer onto a sheet of paper or other material
4. – this is software that manages everything the computer does, including memory and other software programs
5. – this is how information coming from the computer is displayed
6. – this device allows you to import a photo of something into the computer.
8. – this houses most of your computer’s components and directs data traffic
9. – this is the “brain” that carries out instructions
11. – this allows data to be entered into the computer
15. – this is a program that contains instructions telling the computer what to do