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Computer Hardware Terminology

Unlike other electronic devices, computer is the sum of its parts. Nobody cares about the specifications and make of the picture tube of a particular brand of television. But in the case of computers, more than the brand name the specifications of its components like processor, motherboard, RAM, hard disk, and suchlike are the things that a knowledgeable consumer first asks about. Here is computer hardware terminology in a nutshell.

Processor or microprocessor is a powerful IC chip on which a number of functions are incorporated. It is the heart and brain of the computer rolled into a chip. Its efficiency depends on its speed of processing, which is specified by its frequency and it is denoted using gigahertz. The higher the speed, the better will be its functioning. Also, there are several types of processors such as 32-bit processor and 64-bit processor. The bit rate is not actually a yardstick of speed. The larger bit rate means the processor will be able to efficiently do several computing processes at the same time. Read the rest of this entry »

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Types Of Computer Hardware: Basics 101

The personal computer consists of multiple computer hardware or multiple devices linked together to create a whole working machine. Some of the hardware are external such as keyboards, printers and mouse that is connected via cable or other methods. These hardware need to be installed via a software program before it can run. They increase the efficiency of the personal computer, and do tasks such as business, design, entertainment and more. Here are the main types of computer hardware that you can buy for your PC.

1. Hard drive – also called hard disk, it is the permanent storage space that stores all information and applications of the computer, retaining the space even when it is turned off. Read the rest of this entry »

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Basic Information About Computer Hardware

It is not an overstatement to say that many computer users do not know what computer hardware is let alone being able to differentiate it from software. The best they know and they can do is to operate their system anytime they need it. However, this is not the best. You need to know a little about the computer and its hardware as well as its components.  Computers are like the human body with various components that come together to make the entire system.

As the name suggests, computer hardware is the peripheral or the palpable component of the computer different from the software or program that is used in it. It is the unit of the component that you can touch and feel. Hardware is not the same in every computer. What determines the hardware your computer will use are the brand and the model of the computer that you are using. Sometimes computers of the same brand but different in the model may not even use the same hardware. Another thing that you should know about hardware is that it is essential for the running of computer software. If you do not have good hardware, your software will not perform well no matter the quality and the version you are using. Read the rest of this entry »

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