TYPES OF HARDWARE || INTERNAL HARDWARE || EXTERNAL HARDWARE || COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

Summary

This video provides an informative overview of computer hardware, explaining the key components of internal and external hardware. It covers the roles of the motherboard, CPU, RAM, ROM, power supply, graphics card, fan, sound card, and expansion slots. The video also introduces external peripherals like input devices (keyboard, mouse), output devices (monitor, printer), and storage devices (USB flash drives, memory cards). The content is designed to help viewers understand the essential parts of a computer and their functions, offering a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the topic.

Takeaways

• 😀 Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system.
• 😀 Hardware can be divided into internal and external categories.
• 😀 Internal hardware includes components like the motherboard, CPU, RAM, ROM, and power supply.
• 😀 The motherboard is the central circuit board, where most components are plugged in.
• 😀 The CPU is known as the brain of the computer, handling all data processing.
• 😀 RAM and ROM are the main internal memory types used to store computer data.
• 😀 The power supply provides power to the motherboard and other components.
• 😀 Graphics cards are responsible for displaying images on the monitor.
• 😀 Fans help in cooling the CPU and preventing overheating.
• 😀 External hardware, or peripherals, includes input, output, and storage devices like the keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer, and USB flash drives.

Q & A

What is computer hardware?

Computer hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer system, which include both internal and external components.

What are the two main categories of computer hardware?

Computer hardware is divided into internal hardware and external hardware.

What is the role of the motherboard in a computer?

The motherboard is the central circuit board inside the system unit that connects and allows communication between all other hardware components.

What is the function of the CPU (Central Processing Unit)?

The CPU, known as the brain of the computer, is responsible for all data processing and executes instructions that drive the computer's operations.

Where is the CPU located within the computer?

The CPU is placed in the CPU socket on the motherboard.

What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

RAM (Random Access Memory) is a temporary memory used to store data for active processes, while ROM (Read-Only Memory) is permanent storage that contains essential system instructions.

What is the purpose of the power supply in a computer?

The power supply provides electrical power to the motherboard and other components by sending power through cables.

How does the graphics card enhance a computer’s functionality?

The graphics card is plugged into the motherboard and is responsible for rendering images and enabling visual output on a monitor.

Why is a fan necessary in a computer?

A fan functions as a heat sink, keeping the CPU cool and preventing overheating, which could otherwise damage the system.

What are external hardware components commonly referred to as?

External hardware components are commonly known as peripherals, and they are devices connected to the system unit, such as input devices, output devices, and storage devices.

Can you give examples of input devices for a computer?

Examples of input devices include a keyboard, mouse, scanner, light pen, joystick, webcam, and microphone.

What is the purpose of output devices in a computer system?

Output devices receive processed information from the computer and display it in a human-readable form, such as text, audio, or video. Examples include monitors, printers, speakers, and projectors.

What types of devices are considered storage devices?

Storage devices are used to store data, with examples including optical disks, floppy disks, hard disks, USB flash drives, and memory cards.