Hardware Vocabulary

2. The primary component of a computer responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.
5. A pointing device used for controlling the cursor on the screen and interacting with graphical user interfaces.
7. A storage device that uses spinning disks to store data, files, and the operating system.
8. A component that helps cool computer hardware, such as the CPU or case, by circulating air.
10. The screen that displays the computer's output, including text, images, and videos.
11. Cable A physical cable used to connect computers and network devices for wired internet and LAN connections.

1. A component responsible for rendering images and videos, critical for gaming and graphical tasks.
3. A device that converts electrical power from the outlet into the necessary voltage and current for computer components.
4. An input device with keys for entering text and commands into the computer.
5. The main circuit board of a computer that connects and controls all hardware components.
6. A wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to a local area network (LAN) and the internet without the need for physical cables, using radio waves to transmit data.
9. Temporary storage that allows fast access to data and programs actively in use.