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ASSIGNMENT-1

1.What is computer?

A computer is an electronic device that can perform various tasks by executing instructions given to it. It
consists of hardware components and software programs that work together to process data and
provide desired outputs.

2.What is hardware?

Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system that can be seen and touched. It
includes devices such as the central processing unit (CPU), memory modules, storage devices,
input/output devices, and peripheral devices.

3.Difference between Hardware and Software

The main difference between hardware and software is that hardware is the tangible and physical part of
a computer system, whereas software is the intangible set of instructions or programs that control and
manage the hardware. Hardware provides the platform for software to run and perform tasks.

4.List all computer hardware and also explain each one in detail with suitable diagram.

The following are some essential computer hardware components:

- Central Processing Unit (CPU): This is the brain of the computer that executes instructions and performs
calculations. It consists of an arithmetic logic unit (ALU) and control unit.

- Memory (RAM): Random Access Memory stores data and instructions temporarily while the computer
is running. It allows quick access to data for the CPU.

- Storage Devices: These include hard disk drives (HDD), solid-state drives (SSD), and optical drives
(CD/DVD). They are used to store data and programs for long-term use.

- Motherboard: It is the main circuit board that connects all the components of a computer system. It
provides communication pathways for data transfer between different hardware components.

- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): This component is responsible for rendering graphics and images. It is
crucial for gaming, video editing, and other graphics-intensive tasks.
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): The PSU supplies electrical power to all the components of a computer
system. It converts AC power from an outlet into DC power required by the computer.

- Input/Output Devices: These include keyboards, mice, monitors, printers, scanners, speakers, and other
peripherals. They allow users to interact with the computer and receive output.

- Network Interface Card (NIC): It enables a computer to connect to a network, such as Ethernet or Wi-Fi,
for communication and internet access.

- Expansion Cards: These are additional cards that can be inserted into expansion slots on the
motherboard to enhance the computer's capabilities. Examples include graphics cards, sound cards, and
network cards.

Please note that providing detailed diagrams for each hardware component is not possible in this text-
based format. However, you can easily find suitable diagrams by searching online for each specific
component.

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