Computer ComponentsEast Hardin Middle School

Mr. Ervin

Central Processing Unit(CPU)The part of a

computer where operations are performed and instructions are decoded and executed.

MonitorA device similar to a television set that accepts video signals from a computer and displays information on its screen.

MouseA computer input device that is used by moving it around on your desk and pressing one or more buttons. This moves a pointer on the monitor.

KeyboardThe primary computer input device for alphanumeric data.

HardwareThe physical elements or equipment of a computer system.

SoftwarePrograms that tell a computer what to do.

Input Device

The classification of a device that gives information to a computer.

Output Device

The classification of a device that presents the results of a computer's work.

Storage Device

The classification of a device that permanently stores data from a computer.

ProcessorThe classification of a device that carries out the instruction of a computer.