What is the main difference between RAM and storage?

RAM is short-term memory that loses data when the computer is off, while storage is long-term and retains data.

Name two types of storage devices used in computers.

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and Solid State Drive (SSD)

The motherboard connects all the components of the computer, allowing them to communicate.

Name: Laptop Hardware Components
Author: Insta~Lesson

6th Grade · Computer Science · 55 min

I can identify the main hardware components inside a laptop.

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The CPU, also known as the brain of the computer, executes instructions from both software and hardware.
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RAM is your computer's short-term memory, storing data for quick access, but it loses information when the computer is turned off.
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The motherboard is the central hub of a computer, connecting the CPU, RAM, and storage drives.

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