Components of a computer system

Component Image Description

CPU (Central CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the

Processor unit which performs most of the
Unit), fan and processing inside a computer.
heat sink

RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a

type of data storage used in
computers that is located on the
motherboard.

PSU A power supply is a component that

supplies power to at least one electric
load. It converts one type of electrical
power to another.

Motherboard A motherboard is a computer’s circuit

board and it includes the following
attached to a fixed planar surface:
● Input/output ports
● Peripheral connections
● PCI expansion slot
● Bus and power connectors