Computer Parts

1. A dedicated component used to process and output images to the monitor
5. Firmware used to perform hardware initialization during the booting process
8. Rotates to circulate air and prevent internal parts from overheating
9. Converts electricity from the wall outlet into the type the computer needs
11. Any external device that provides input or output for the computer
12. An internal part that stores and releases electrical energy to stabilize voltage
14. A sticky substance applied between the processor and heatsink for cooling
15. An internal expansion card that handles the input and output of audio
17. A type of storage that uses flash memory with no moving parts
21. The main circuit board that connects all internal components together
23. Internal hardware used for reading or writing CDs DVDs or Blurays
24. A type of cable used for a physical high speed network connection
25. A tiny switch that acts as the building block of computer chips
26. A metal component that draws heat away from the processor to keep it cool
27. The primary output device used to display visual information

2. A place on the motherboard where you can plug in extra hardware cards
3. An input device that converts physical documents into digital images
4. A communication system that transfers data between internal components
6. The electrical pressure that pushes electrons through a circuit
7. The brain of the computer that executes instructions
10. The battery backed chip that stores the system date and time
13. A set of electronic components that manages data flow on the motherboard
16. Short term memory used to store data the computer is currently using
18. An internal card or chip that allows a computer to connect to a network
19. Long term storage for files and the operating system
20. An output device that beams an image onto a wall or large screen
22. An external hub used to connect a laptop to multiple monitors and devices