1. Computer Parts and Functions

2. How A Computer Works

3. Input All of the things put into the computer while it is being used Provided by the user-- that’s YOU!

4. Software The programs we use that run on a computer Stored on a hard drive, disk, CD, or a DVD Image taken from http://www.lexialearning.com/ http://www.lexialearning.com/

5. Hardware The physical parts of the computer that can be touched and used

6. CPU Runs programs we use Does all the “thinking” work Takes in information from mouse, keyboard, other peripherals and software Shares information using the monitor, printer, and speakers

7. Keyboard Allows us to put information into the computer Allows us to tell the computer what to do Image taken from http://www.sandecell.com/pics/1/large/64370.jpg

8. Mouse Allows us to tell the computer what to do Has at least one button Some have a little ball in the bottom Some have a light Image taken from http://www.germes- online.com/direct/dbimage/50305292/Computer_Mouse.jpg

9. Monitor Shows us what we are doing with the computer Allows us to interact with the computer Image from http://www.safecomputingtips.com/images/ergonomic- monitor.jpg

10. Speakers Provides sound for programs Allows users with visual impairments to use computer

11. Printer Takes information from the computer and prints it on paper Image taken from http://www.amazon.com