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- 3. The main circuit board in a computer that connects all components, including the CPU, RAM, and other peripherals, allowing them to communicate.
- 7. Converts electrical power from an outlet into usable power for the internal components of a computer, providing necessary voltage and current.
- 11. A device that reads and writes data from optical disks, such as CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays, often used for media playback and software installation.
- 12. A networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks, enabling internet access and local network communication.
- 15. A traditional storage device that uses spinning disks coated with magnetic material to store data, providing larger storage capacity at lower costs.
- 16. The enclosure that houses the computer's components, protecting them from physical damage and dust while providing a structure for organization.
- 17. A storage device that uses flash memory to provide faster read and write speeds than HDDs, with no moving parts, resulting in better durability.
- 18. A video camera that connects to a computer, allowing for video streaming, conferencing, and capturing images.
- 20. A dedicated expansion card that provides additional video processing power, enabling higher performance in gaming and graphic-intensive applications.
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- 1. A pointing device that allows users to interact with the computer’s graphical interface, enabling navigation and selection of items.
- 2. A mechanism, often including fans or liquid cooling, designed to dissipate heat generated by the CPU and other components to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
- 4. A hardware component that allows a computer to connect to a network, enabling communication with other devices and access to the internet.
- 5. An input device that uses keys to enter data and commands into a computer, allowing user interaction.
- 6. The primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside the computer, executing instructions from programs.
- 8. A portable storage device that connects to a computer via USB or other interfaces, used for backup and additional storage.
- 9. A specialized processor designed to accelerate graphics rendering and handle complex mathematical calculations, often used in gaming and design applications.
- 10. A type of volatile memory that temporarily stores data and instructions that the CPU needs while performing tasks.
- 13. A device that expands a single USB port into multiple ports, allowing more USB devices to connect to a computer.
- 14. An expansion card that enables a computer to produce sound, providing audio output for speakers and input for microphones.
- 19. A display device that outputs visual information from the computer, allowing users to interact with the system.
