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Class Notes - Computer Hardware Fundamentals

The class notes cover fundamental concepts of computer hardware, including the roles of the CPU, RAM, and storage devices like HDDs and SSDs. It explains the motherboard's function as the main circuit board and lists various input and output devices. Additionally, it provides a brief overview of storage types and their measurement units.

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Class Notes - Computer Hardware Fundamentals

The class notes cover fundamental concepts of computer hardware, including the roles of the CPU, RAM, and storage devices like HDDs and SSDs. It explains the motherboard's function as the main circuit board and lists various input and output devices. Additionally, it provides a brief overview of storage types and their measurement units.

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Class Notes - Computer Hardware Fundamentals

Computer Hardware Fundamentals - Class Notes

1. CPU (Central Processing Unit)

- Known as the "brain" of the computer.

- Executes instructions from software and performs calculations.

- Two main components: Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) and Control Unit (CU).

2. RAM (Random Access Memory)

- Temporary memory that stores data being used by the system.

- Volatile memory - data is lost when power is off.

3. Hard Drive (HDD) & Solid State Drive (SSD)

- HDD: Magnetic storage, slower but cheaper.

- SSD: Flash storage, faster and more reliable.

4. Motherboard

- Main circuit board connecting all components.

- Contains CPU socket, RAM slots, chipset, and input/output ports.

5. Input and Output Devices

- Input: Keyboard, mouse, scanner, microphone.

- Output: Monitor, printer, speakers.

6. Storage Devices

- Types: Optical (CD/DVD), Magnetic (HDD), Solid-state (SSD, USB).


- Measured in bytes: 1 KB = 1024 Bytes, 1 MB = 1024 KB, etc.

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