| A | B |
|---|
| Central Processing Unit | The main part of a computer system. |
| Random Access Memory | Temporary Memory |
| Disk | A device used to store data and programs. |
| Disk Drive | a device that reads and writes to disks. |
| Read Only Memory | Permanent Memory - will keep information |
| Keyboard | a set of raised keys that looks like a typewriter. It allows a person to enter information into a computer |
| Modem | A device that allows computers to communicate over telephone lines. |
| Monitor | A screen that shows what is happening in the computer. |
| Mouse | A devise that allows a person to point and click items on a monitor. |
| Printer | A machine that makes a paper copy from the computer. |
| Surge Protector | Protects the computer from increases in electrical power through the power lines. |
| Microprocessor | The brain of the computer. Controls all parts of the computer. |
| Scanner | Copies pictures from paper to the computer. |
| Digital Camera | Takes pictures and saves images on disk to be downloaded onto the computer. |
