The document describes common computer components and their functions for input, processing, output, or storage. The keyboard, mouse, game controller, CD/DVD player are used for input. The CPU processes data from input devices and storage. RAM temporarily stores information that is lost when powered off while the hard drive and USB drives permanently store information and data. The video card, monitor, and speakers are output devices that display visuals and audio. The motherboard connects components and allows communication. Storage components include RAM, hard drive, and USB drives.

1. Computer Components for Input Process Output Storage
Identify whether the computer component or device is used for Input, Processing, Output or Data Storage. Describe
the component functionality in your own words.
Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
Key Board
input
When you press a key on
a keyboard it inputs the
information onto the
screen.
CPU
process
It is the brain of the
computer, gets data
from various sources
(devices) and does
calculations.

2. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
RAM storage
It stores information in
a temporary location.
This information is lost
when the computer is
turned off or software
crashes.
Hard Drive
storage
Permanently stores
information. The OS, all
your software and data
are stored on the hard
drive.
USB Drive x x
storage
Portable storage device.

3. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
Video Card
output
Sends signals to your
monitor to display
pictures on your screen.
Special will provide a
better display.
Monitor
output
Displays all data that is
sent from the computer.
Mother Board
x
Process
The heart or central
nervous system. It
connects and allows
communication with the
brain.

4. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
Mouse
un
It allows you to control
what is happening on
your screen by guiding
the cursor. It picks and
chooses software and
allows the user to make
choices.
Game Controller
in
It helps control a game,
its design allows you to
interact better than
with mouse and
keyboard.

5. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
CD/DVD Player in
It allows you to run a
music or software CD.
You can make media CD’s
and data CD’s.
Data CD’s contain
information and are
used for back-up
in business.
DVD’s provide even
more storage.
Speakers out
Produces sound based
upon information from
the computer.

6. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
Printer out
Displays information
from the computer on
paper.

7. Computer Component / Device Input Process Output Storage Functionality
Printer out
Displays information
from the computer on
paper.