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Parts of a Computer

Computer Basics โ€“ Lesson 2

๐Ÿ“Œ What are the Parts of a Computer?

A computer is made up of different parts. Each part has a specific function. All parts work together to make the computer work properly.

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Main Parts of a Computer

The main parts of a computer are:

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Monitor

Monitor is called the screen of the computer. It shows text, images, videos, and results of our work.

Monitor is an output device.

๐Ÿง  CPU (Central Processing Unit)

CPU is the most important part of a computer. It is called the brain of the computer.

CPU processes all data and controls all activities of the computer.

โŒจ๏ธ Keyboard

Keyboard is used to type letters, numbers, and symbols.

Keyboard is an input device.

๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ Mouse

Mouse is used to point, click, and select items on the screen.

Mouse is also an input device.

๐Ÿ“š Other Parts of a Computer

๐Ÿ“ Summary

A computer has many parts like monitor, CPU, keyboard, and mouse. Each part has its own function. Without these parts, a computer cannot work properly.


๐Ÿงช Practice MCQs

Choose the correct answer.

1. Which part is called the brain of the computer?

2. Which of the following is an input device?

3. Which device shows the output?

Answer Key
  1. CPU
  2. Keyboard
  3. Monitor