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RAM
RAM is similar to a microprocessor. It is a memory chip which is an integrated circuit (made up of millions of transistors and capacitors. It is the most common form of computer memory.
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Data packets
A data packet is a unit of data which is made into single packets that travel along a given network path. Data packets are used in Internet Protocol (IP) transmissions for data that navigates the Web, and in other kinds of networks.
Network Types
There are two network types. A LAN is a local area network which can be used for a small area e.g. school, house. A WAN is a wide area network which can be used to cover large areas an example of this can be google.
Virtual Memory
Virtual memory is a feature of the OS which allows the computer to store physical memory by temporarily storing transferring data from the RAM. this normally happens when there is a shortage of storage.
CPU
The CPU is commonly referred to as the brain as this is where all the main processers are processed, it is where all the commands are verified and checked. It is responsible for executing a sequence of stored instructions.
Storage Devices
Storage devices can be internal and external. This can be a USB stick which is an external storage device. An internal storage device can be RAM, ROM this is because it maintains information.
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Protocols
A set of protocols are rules which computers must abide by for transmitting data. It is like traffic lights for car users.
Computer Architecture
There are many components which creates a computer such as Cache, CPU, Hardware, Machine instruction cycle, Main memory, Network, Peripheral and Random access memory (RAM).