hard drive
(Electro static Discharge) ESD will permanently damage your computer component. -By Hector Morales.
motherboard would be the computer component?i got this exact question in a Quiz lolthe answer is ESD
ESD
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A desktop computer is not designed to withstand rough handling, while the desktop may withstand short drops a few large drops will likely damage the internal components of the computer and monitor.
Which component is designed to remove high-voltage spikes and surges from a power line so that they do not damage a computer system?
As little as a 20V electrostatic discharge through some modern components will cause latent damage that could cause sudden failure months or years later.
Yes
Yes, it can. And not just HDD. PSU provides power to every component of your computer. Would there be any electrical problems in your house it can do potential damage to your PC. Tip: get the UPS
There is at least 1 fuse in the power supply of a computer usually located at the back top of the computer case. If a short occurs in any of the computer hardware, this fuse will blow, preventing damage to the power supply.
Trace damage in a computer refers to the damage caused on the lines interconnecting all the components on the circuit board. The trace damage will cause your computer not to function properly.
if you mean ripping cd's then no, it should not damage your computer at all