Intro to Computers

3. considered to be the heart and brains of the computer because I perform most of the processing inside in the computer
6. large rectangular box that protects all of the smaller parts inside
7. output device that recreates images or documents
10. used for temporary memory
12. Physical parts of the computer
13. allow the computer to connect to other computers.
14. first screen that you can see when you log onto your computer
15. permanently store and retrieve data on the computer. I am essential to the function of the computer and used to save things like software, files for the the operating system, and other personal files
16. connect your home network to the WWW
17. output device that allows the user to view information, images, and videos

1. responsible for starting the computer and executing many types of commands. Periodically newer versions are released.
2. connect the computer to the monitor. Attached to the motherboard and control what the use sees on the screen
4. hand for when you'd like to listen to music, watch videos, or make a call. I connect the speakers and microphone to and from the computer
5. device that you use to record sound
8. pressure-sensitive device used in place of a mouse
9. hold and allow communication between various parts of the electronic system. contain parts such as CPU, power connector, slots for hard drives, ROM chip amoung others
11. device that allows pictures or documents to be concerted from a physical sheet of paper to an electronic format