1. What features protect the interior of a computer?
- Sturdy Case: It's like a protective shell that shields it from knocks and dirt.
- Cooling System: Fans and devices prevent it from getting too hot.
- Dust Filters: Some cases have filters to stop dust from harming the parts.
- Cable Organization: Keeping cables neat helps prevent accidental damage.
- Anti-static Measures: Precautions to guard sensitive parts from electric shocks.
- Electrical Protection: Devices that prevent damage from power surges or outages.
2. What parts of a computer allow it to function?
- Central Processing Unit (CPU): It's like the brain of the computer, handling calculations and executing instructions.
- Memory (RAM): Provides temporary storage for data and instructions that the CPU needs to access quickly.
- Storage Devices (Hard Drive, SSD): Stores data, software, and the operating system permanently. Hard drives and SSDs retain information even when the computer is turned off.
- Motherboard: The main circuit board that connects all components, allowing communication between them.
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): Supplies electrical power to the computer components.
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): Handles visual information, vital for displaying images, videos, and games.
- Input/Output Devices: These include the keyboard, mouse, monitor, and various ports (USB, HDMI, etc.) that allow interaction and data transfer with the computer.