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What are the 10 most significant components of a computer system?
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∙ 15y ago
Really there are only a few specific ones:
Motherboard that takes the hardware
CPU for the core processing
Memory for relaying info
Hard drive to store the info
Video chip or card to display the video output
optional:
Sound chip/card for sound output
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe main components of a computer hardware system are: input; processing; output. Input devices include the keyboard, mouse, microphone, cameras and scanners, joysticks and touch-screens. Processing devices include the CPU (central processing unit), GPU (graphic processing unit) and APU (audio processing unit). Output devices include the display and printer.
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∙ 10y ago15 computer system components
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What houses most of the electronic components in a computer system?
carrier package
What is a key system component?
A component that is key to the operation of the system ;)In a computer system, most components are key to the operation of the machine as a whole, however some more than others: CPU, Memory, Motherboard are some of the most key components that spring to mind.In a mechanical system, such as a car - one might consider the engine or the wheels as a key system component.Kind regards,Gareth
Which of these is the most basic preventative maintenancece technique for most computer components?
keeping them clean
Can computer run without a motherboard?
Answer: No. Putting aside the chipset, the CPU (central processing unit) is one of the most important components in a computer, as it's where most calculations take place. It can be likened to the brain of the system. Like a car without an engine, a computer without a CPU will not operate as intended. You cannot expect anything useful out of a PC without a CPU and a chipset.
What is the most significant technological advancement for determining locations?
The global positioning system
What houses most of the electronic components in a computer system?
carrier package
What unit are the electronic components and most storage devices are part of on a personal computer?
system unit
What is the container called that houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system?
a case
What is tha sofware?
Software is system code on a computer. Most software comes in the forms of programs that you can download or buy and install. Hardware, however, is the physical components of a computer system.
The most important piece of software on a personal computer?
The operating system is the most important part of a operating system because without an OS you will not be able to do anything with your computer and it will effectively be useless, instead of a computer you have a pile of components that does nothing
What are the significant parts of a computer?
Not sure what you mean by this question. The main components of a computer are: Motherboard [The unit everything connects to] Hard Drive. [For storing information] RAM (Random Access Memory) [Used for temporary storage of information] CPU (Central Processing Unit) [Takes care of most information] Power Supply [Or there would be now power. This allocates power to different parts] Without those main things, the computer would not work at all.
What is a key system component?
A component that is key to the operation of the system ;)In a computer system, most components are key to the operation of the machine as a whole, however some more than others: CPU, Memory, Motherboard are some of the most key components that spring to mind.In a mechanical system, such as a car - one might consider the engine or the wheels as a key system component.Kind regards,Gareth
Which of these is the most basic preventative maintenancece technique for most computer components?
keeping them clean
How does Microsoft create computers?
Microsoft do not create computer, or computer components. They do create some peripheral accessories and a H.E.S. (Home Entertainment System). But overall Microsoft spend most of their time creating and updating software.
Can a static shock to components in your computer slow it down and make it worse or will it just kill it?
Most often a damaged component will kill the computer but there are certainly some components that, if damaged by static electricity or something else, will slow the computer down. Which components, I could not say...
Why motherboard of a computer is considered as a back bone components?
The motherboard is the back bone of the components in a computer because it is what all the parts connect to. Think of it like a skeleton. All body parts are connected some way to the skeleton, just like most computer components are connected somehow to the motherboard. Without it, you have no computer.
What operating system allows users to communicate with the computer system?
Most operating systems native to the computer system allows users to communicate with the computer system
