Hardware
Various hardware components power modern computers.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cental Processing Unit: The "brain" of the computer that controls all other processes. |
| Fan | Literally a fan that circulates cool air through the machine. |
| GPU | Graphical Processing Unit: Renders objects, images, and text on the screen. |
| HDD | Hard Disk Drive: This device provides long-term storage that persists even while the computer is off. |
| Heat Sink | A device that is used to channel excess heat away from computer components (usually the CPU). |
| RAM | Random Access Memory: The "working memory" of the computer, where running programs are stored for quick access by the CPU. |