Processing Devices (Grade 10 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards
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Processing devices function
Processing devices function
Transform raw data into useful information
CPU nickname
CPU nickname
Brain of the computer
Motherboard role
Motherboard role
Connects all computer parts together
RAM full name
RAM full name
Random Access Memory
ROM full name
ROM full name
Read-only Memory
CPU cores definition
CPU cores definition
Independent processing units handling tasks simultaneously
CPU speed measurement unit
CPU speed measurement unit
Gigahertz (GHz)
RAM volatility
RAM volatility
Volatile - data erased when power off
ROM volatility
ROM volatility
Non-volatile - retains data when power off
ROM purpose
ROM purpose
Stores essential startup/boot information