The CPU (Computer Processing Unit), also known as the processor, is the brain of the
computer, and is used to carry out commands. Whenever you hit a button, click the mouse or type on the keyboard, you are telling the CPU what to do. The Computer Processing Unit is a small chip located on the motherboard in the CPU pocket, which is covered by a heat sink, ensuring the chip does not burn up. There are many companies who manufacture processors, but the two most known are Intel and AMD.
The Motherboard Is a computer's main circuit board, It is a thin plate that holds the CPU memory. The motherboard connects directly or indirectly to every part of the computer. According to Ranker.com, the two most popular manufacturers are Gigabyte Technology and Asus.
The Power Supply Unit converts the power from your wall to the type of power your computer needs through cables that are connected to the motherboard and other parts of the computer. According to Ranker.com, the two most popular companies who manufacture Power Supply Units are Seasonic and Corsair Components.
The RAM (Random Access Memory) is your system's short term memory. Whenever your computer does calculations, it temporarily stores the data in the RAM unit until it is needed.
Two popular manufacturers that make RAMs are Corsair Components and Crucial, according to Ranker.com.
Your computer’s hard drive is where the software is installed, and also where your documents and files are stored. Unlike the RAM, the hard drive is your computer's long-term memory. This means that your information is still saved, even after your computer has been shut off or unplugged. The faster your hard drive is, the faster your computer can start up and load programmes. Western Digital technologies Inc. and Toshiba are two of the more common companies who manufacture computer hard drives, according to Ranker.com.
The Video card is what allows you to see what you see on your monitor. Most computers have a GPU (Graphic Processing Unit) instead of it’s own video card. Asus and EVGA Corporation are two of the main manufacturers of video cards, according to Ranker.com.
The sound card is responsible for what you hear in the speakers of your computer or in your head phones. According to Ranker.com, Asus and Creative Technology make the top sound cards.
The Network card allows your computer communication to networks and access to the internet. It can either connect through cablers or through a wireless connection (Wi-Fi). Many motherboards have built in network connections. Pro-Nets Technology Corporation and Samsung Electronic Co. are two of the more popular manufacturers, according to Manufacturers.com.
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