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Computer Applications

 Computer hardware
Is the physical components of a computer system that you can see and
touch. This includes devices like the monitor, keyboard, and internal parts
such as the processor and memory. Together, these parts enable the
computer to function and perform tasks.
 CPU:
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the primary component of a computer
that executes instructions and processes data, often referred to as the "brain"
of the computer. Basically there are three types of components of a CPU as
shown in the figure below
1. Control Unit
The Control Unit (CU) is a part of the computer's brain that tells the other
parts what to do by managing the flow of instructions. It helps coordinate all
the activities of the computer to ensure everything works together smoothly.
2. Memory Unit:
The Memory Unit is where a computer stores data and instructions that it
needs to use while running programs. It allows the computer to quickly access
and retrieve information, helping it perform tasks efficiently.
3. ALU:
The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is a part of the computer that performs basic
math operations, like addition and subtraction, as well as logical operations,
like comparing numbers. It helps the computer carry out calculations and
make decisions based on data.
4. Mother-Board:
The motherboard is the main circuit board in a computer that connects all its
parts, like the CPU, memory, and storage. It allows these components to
communicate with each other and work together to run the computer
5. RAM
stands for Random Access Memory, is a type of temporary storage in a
computer that holds data and programs that are currently in use. It allows the
computer to access information quickly, helping it run smoothly while you're
working on tasks .RAM is a volatile memory, which means that the
information temporarily stored in the module is erased when you restart or
shut down your computer
6. ROM
ROM stands for Read-Only Memory, is a type of permanent storage in a
computer that contains essential instructions and data needed to start the
system .ROM is a non-volatile memory Unlike RAM, the information stored in
ROM is not lost when the computer is turned off.
7. Storage
Devices are used to save and keep data in a computer, like files, photos, and
programs. Two common types are HDD (Hard Disk Drive), which uses spinning
disks to store information, and SSD (Solid State Drive), which uses flash
memory for faster access. These devices help you store everything you need
to use it later .

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