Computer Components for Idiots

There are many fancy add-ons for computers, but the basic elements of the machine is simple and universal. If 1 of these key elements missing, is not a team. 4 essential elements of each system are: a motherboard, processor (CPU), memory and a hard drive. These components are installed in a case that is attached to a monitor, keyboard and mouse. As the basis of his team. Mother WHAT? The main board (motherboard for short) is based. Anything attached to the motherboard - processor, memory, hard drive, monitor, mouse, keyboard, add-on cards, even other devices such as printers, scanners and speakers. The main card is that the nervous system and skeleton of the human body - which supports the internal components and also send information between computer components. If the CPU motherboard is the nervous system and the CPU is the brain. Most mathematical manipulations that make computers operate are done by the CPU. Other components that may have their own processors, but results are not yet awarded by the CPU. The speed of your computer is usually measured by the speed of CPU. Although other factors also affect the overall speed, the CPU rating is generally regarded as the most important measure of performance. The processors are generally estimated at between 2.0 GHz and 3.0 GHz, although each month to see an improvement in performance. The initiative refers to the number of calculations the processor can do in 1 second. The highest number, the faster (better) equipment. CPU generate much heat does this work, so they need a cooling fan, and to avoid overheating. The heat is a big enemy of the computer and directly affects their lives. Of RAM (Random Access Memory) is the part of the computer that stores information on computer needs while it is in use. It is Random Access because the computer can receive data in any order, not necessarily the order in which they are stored. Overall, more RAM, the better. 512 to 1024 megabytes is common for memory. The most common of these days RAM is DDR SDRAM, which is double data rate synchronous dynamic random access memory. We already know that part of RAM. DDR means that data are available twice faster than regular RAM. The last type of DDR2 memory. It offers even faster access to prices and quickly became the standard for computer memory. Hard drive all data in RAM is lost when the computer is off, so there must be a place to store them permanently. That is what the drive is for. Keep your operating system. An operating system like Windows uses around 4 gigabytes of disk space. The extra space is used to install applications and store personal data. 80 GB hard drives are common, but 400 GB are available. In addition, you can install more than 1 in one case for more security and comfort. All the devices you need to supplement the basic equipment of the system is a monitor, keyboard and mouse. Accessories such as a printer or scanner is useful for office work, and players probably want to add speakers and joystick control. Therefore, you have one. The team have just 7 major components. For best performance, they must be well integrated. The main map is the most important in determining the type and specification of other parties. Choosing a motherboard that matches the needs of your team is the first step in May and need a quick call to your Geek. Soon you will be regarded as the local Geek! Ron King is a full-time researcher, writer and Web developer. Visit http://www.build-computer-now.com target = _blank Build-computer to learn more about this fascinating subject. Copyright 2005 Ron King. This article can be reprinted if the resource box is left intact.