Computer Hardware

A collection of key vocabulary terms and definitions related to computer hardware for review.

Computer Hardware

The physical parts of a computer and its related devices.

Input Devices

Peripherals used to input data into the computer, such as keyboards and mice.

Output Devices

Hardware used to communicate the results of data processing, like monitors and printers.

Storage Devices

Hardware used to store data, including hard drives and flash drives.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The brain of the computer, responsible for processing instructions.

Motherboard

The main circuit board that connects and communicates between all components of a computer.

Peripheral Devices

External devices that provide input and output functions.

Modem

A device that modulates and demodulates signals for data transmission over telephone lines.

Floppy Disks

Obsolete removable storage media, typically holding about 1.44 MB of data.

Laser Printer

A non-impact printer that uses a laser to produce high-quality prints.

Optical Disc

Removable storage media like CDs and DVDs used for data storage.

USB Port

A universal connector that can connect multiple peripheral devices.

Wi-Fi

A wireless standard for connecting devices to each other and to the Internet.

Voice Recognition Software

Technology that converts spoken language into text or commands.

Trackball

A pointing device with a ball that is rotated to control cursor movement.

Display Monitor

An output device that visually represents data processed by the computer.

Digital Camera

A camera that captures images in digital form and stores them on flash memory.

Touch Screen

A display that allows input through touch, interpreting finger presses as commands.

Keyboard

An input device that converts typed characters into electronic signals for processing.