The document lists and describes common computer components including the monitor, speakers, USB connections, printer, mouse, keyboard and their basic functions. The monitor displays programs and images, the keyboard allows typing, and the mouse enables pointing and clicking. Speakers output audio and microphones input sound. A power supply provides energy and USB connections facilitate transferring, storing and sharing files.

1. Lindsey Monroe Block 2 Computer Applications 1

2. Speakers Monitor USB Connections Printer Mouse Keyboard * Power supply would connect at back of monitor

3. The power supply (or PSU power supply unit ) supplies energy to an output load or an upload

4. The microphone allows you to speak in to the computer to communicate with other people, add sound effects to presentations, etc.

5. The keyboard is an input devise which allows you to type words into a word document. There are many types of keyboards, two of which shown above.

6. The monitor of the computer the screen in which all programs and images are displayed.

7. The mouse allows you to point and click on different links within your computer. The mouse can have a cord or they can come cordless.

8. The speakers allow you to listen to any sort of multi-media that may be on your computer.

9. A webcam allows you to do video chat with other people, some webcams also include camera built inside.

10. A USB or Universal Servile Bus allows you to: Easily transfer, store, and share important files Carry your photos, music, music, video, and more