Computer Hardware and Types
by Muhammad Yousuf Ali
In computer there are two types of components knowns as “Hardware” and “Software”. This blog discuss about the computer Hardware and types of computer hardware. Two questions are discuss here
What is Hardware?
What the Types of Hardware ?
What is Hardware?
Hardware
Hardware refers to any component that has a physical presence and can therefore be touched.
Example:-
Hard disk, RAM, Keyboard, Motherboard, Mouse and etc. are the example of computer hardware.
What are the different types Hardware?
There are five types of Hardware
Input Devices
Processing Devices
Storage Devices
Communication Devices
Output Devices
Types of Hardware
1. Input Devices
Input devices used for getting data into the computer system from the outside world. Some examples include; keyboard, mouse, microphone, heat sensors, switches, touch screens, digital cameras and so on.
2. Processing Devices
This usually refers to the Central Processing Unit (CPU) which carries out program instructions.
Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)
The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) performs arithmetic operations (such as addition and subtraction) and logical operations (such as comparing two values).
Control Unit
The Control Unit deciphers and carries out instructions.
3. Storage Devices
The storage devices store the data in computer. The computer store two types of data storage until it is needed for processing a. temporary storage and parament storage. This can include temporary storage devices, like the computer’s memory, or long-term storage devices like hard-drives, DVD drives or tape drives, etc.
Example of Storage Devices
Hard Disk, Pen Drive , Tape drive, External Hard drive.
4. Communication Devices
These deal with the transfer of data from one computer system to another and include routers which link networks and modems which allow computers to communicate data via the Internet.
Example of Communication Devices
Modems
Routers
Wireless devices
5. Output Devices
These include any devices which can provide data in a useful format to a user.
Example of Output Devices
For example a computer monitor, speakers, printers etc.
How to Cite this Article
M.Y Ali (2023). Computer Hardware and its types. https://profileusuf.wordpress.com/computer-hardware/