stores data or information inside the computer

Random Access Memory - chips that store data while the computer is working

Central Processing Unit; the brain of the computer.

a computer component that retains data even when the computer is turned off such as a hard drive or flash drive

a system that allows hardware and software to communicate with each other

programs that tell a computer what to do and how to do it

Keyboard, mouse, speaker, touchscreen, scanner, microphone

a set of programs that tells the computer how to start up

a storage device that uses laser beams to read information on a reflective surface like a dvd

also called online storage, it is a site on the internet where you can store files on a network server in another location

a collection of programs that help you maintain and repair your computer

monitor, printer, speakers, projector

temporary, internal storage within a computer