Computer Basics/Hardware/Types of hardware

Types of hardware
The physical parts that make up a computer are called hardware. A computer enables hardware components to work together to store, retrieve and process data. The computer uses software (programs or sets of instructions) to carry out the storage, retrieval and processing of data.

There are four types of hardware devices:

In this image you can see the hardware components of a typical personal computer:



1. Monitor

2. Motherboard

3.CPU (Microprocessor)

4. Main memory (RAM)

5. Expansion cards

6. Power supply unit

7. compact disk drive (CDD)

8. Hard disk drive (HDD)

9. Keyboard

10. Mouse