Computer Parts Essentials

Front

CPU

Back

Central Processing Unit, brain of the computer

Front

GPU

Back

Graphics Processing Unit, handles visuals

Front

RAM

Back

Random Access Memory, temporary storage

Front

Motherboard

Back

Main circuit board, connects components

Front

Hard Drive

Back

Stores data permanently, HDD or SSD

Front

SSD

Back

Solid State Drive, faster than HDD

Front

Power Supply

Back

Provides power to components

Front

Cooling Fan

Back

Prevents overheating, maintains temperature

Front

Optical Drive

Back

Reads/writes CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays

Front

USB Port

Back

Connects peripherals, Universal Serial Bus