COMPUTER HARDWARE COMPONENTS FUNCTIONS
EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL STORAGE DEVICES
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RAM
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Flash Drive
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ROM
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Memory Card
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Detailed explanation-1: -BIOS. BIOS stands for Basic Input Output System. The BIOS is stored in the ROM. It contains all the basic code for controlling your computer hardware (such as keyboards, mice, monitors and hard drives).
Detailed explanation-2: -ROM is a type of memory circuitry that holds the computer’s startup routine. The ROM BIOS tells the computer how to access the hard disk, find the operating system, and load it into RAM.
Detailed explanation-3: -ROM is non-volatile storage, which means the information is maintained even if the component loses power. ROM is located on a BIOS chip which is plugged into the motherboard. ROM plays a critical part in booting up or starting up, your computer.
Detailed explanation-4: -Memory holds the data after it is input to the system and before it is processed; also, memory holds the data after it has been processed but before it has been released to the output device. In addition, memory holds the programs (computer instructions) needed by the central processing unit.