module 02
Introduction to computer hardware Ports Connection points that we can connect devices to that extend the functionality of our computer CPU (Central processing Unit) The brain of our computer ,it does all the calculation and data processing. RAM(Random Access Memory) Our Computers short term memory. Hard drive Holds all of our data ,which includes all of our music, pictures ,application. Motherboard The body or circulatory system of the computer that connects all the pieces together. Program instructions that tell the computer what to do. External data bus (EDB) A row of wires that interconnect the parts of our computer. Clock speed The maximum number of clock cycles that it can handle in a certain time period. CPU cache and overclocking In this reading, you will learn about the various levels of cache for central processing units (CPUs) and how a CPU processes and executes instructions. Additionally, you will learn about overclocking CPUs to maximize processing speeds. IT Su...