Computer Devices

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  1. 3. A standard connection interface that allows external devices like printers, flash drives, and cameras to be connected to the computer.
  2. 4. Sink A cooling device attached to components like the CPU to dissipate heat and keep the system at a safe operating temperature.
  3. 5. Firmware used during the boot process to initialize hardware components and load the operating system.
  4. 6. Supply Unit Converts electrical power from the outlet into a usable form for the computer's internal components.
  5. 8. A specialized processor designed to accelerate the rendering of images, video, and animations, primarily used in gaming and video editing.
  6. 10. A display screen used to view output from the computer in the form of text, images, and videos.
  7. 11. State Drive A faster, more reliable type of storage device that uses flash memory, replacing traditional hard drives.
  8. 14. The main circuit board of a computer that holds the CPU, RAM, and other essential components. It provides connectors for other peripherals.
  9. 16. Port A physical interface on computers for connecting to wired networks using an Ethernet cable.
  10. 18. External devices connected to the computer, such as a keyboard, mouse, or printer, to enhance functionality.
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  1. 1. Device A hardware component used to provide data and control signals, like keyboards, mice, and scanners.
  2. 2. An input device that allows users to input data into the computer through keys that represent letters, numbers, and functions.
  3. 5. A wireless communication technology used to exchange data over short distances between devices like phones, headphones, and computers.
  4. 7. Temporary storage that provides space for the computer to read and write data to be accessed by the CPU quickly.
  5. 9. Drive A storage device used to store large amounts of data permanently, using spinning disks coated with magnetic material.
  6. 12. Device A device that conveys information from a computer to the user, such as monitors, speakers, and printers.
  7. 13. A pointing device used to interact with graphical elements on a screen, allowing the user to move a cursor and select options.
  8. 15. Interface Card (NIC) A hardware component that enables computers to connect to a network and communicate with other devices.
  9. 17. The primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside a computer. It interprets and executes instructions from hardware and software.