The document discusses the basic parts of a computer and their functions:
- The input unit includes keyboards, mice and microphones which allow data and instructions to enter the computer. The output unit includes monitors, printers and speakers which present the computer's processed results.
- The central processing unit (CPU) controls all other parts and processes data according to programmed instructions at high speeds. Memory, including the primary random access memory (RAM) and secondary hard disks, allows data and programs to be stored and retrieved.
- All parts work together to allow users to efficiently enter information, process and store data, and review results, making computers useful tools that save time and effort over manual alternatives.