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Features of a Computer
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GCSE GCSE ICT Mind Map on Features of a Computer, created by NathanD on 07/05/2013.
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Features of a Computer
Processor (CPU)
Measured in GHZ
The higher the number the faster it is.
Does all the calculations
It is the brains of the computer
RAM - Memory
Temporary memory
The higher the RAM the more you can do at the same time
Better graphics and video require more RAM.
Hard Drive
The primary storage area
Measured in bites (Gigabytes – can get terabytes).
The bigger the hard drive the more data can be stored.
Wireless Enabled
You can pick up Wi-Fi signals
Connect to the internet.
Slower than a cable due to distortion.
Can’t travel through lots of thick walls.
Can connect other devices together.
USB Connection
Universal Serial Bus
Most common on a computer
Many peripherals are connected this way
Good to have lots of USB ports
Sound/Graphics Card
Fixes to the main motherboard
Play, record and display graphics
If you use a lot of sound/graphics it is an important thing to consider
Gamers usually have high quality ones.
Optical Drive
CD or DVD drive
Allows you to install software, listen to music and watch films
Some allow you to burn CDs/DVD’s
Useful for data transfer, backup and archiving.
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