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Electronic Portfolio
Computer Parts
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Computer Science
12th Grade
10/05/2016

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RAM Memory

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Component of the computer system that function as the brain of the computer, mainly responsible to process the instructions and carrying out computer operations
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RAM Memory
Definition
The software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals.
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ROM Memory
Definition
Type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly; that is, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes.
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Hard Drive
Definition
Is a data storage device used for storing and retrieving digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disk coated with magnetic material.
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Optical Drive
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Is a disk drive that uses laser light or electromagnetic waves within or near the visible light spectrum as part of the process of reading or writing data to or from optical discs.

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mouse
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A hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad.

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Network Card
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Is a computer hardware component that connects a computer to a computer network
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modem
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A device or program that enables a computer to transmit data over, for example, telephone or cable lines. Computer information is storeddigitally, whereas information transmitted over telephone lines is transmitted in the form of analog waves
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Monitor
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An instrument or device used for observing, checking, or keeping a continuous record of a process or quantity
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Hard Drive
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Is a data storage device used for storing and retrieving digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disk coated with magnetic material.
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