Computer system resources | CPU |
RAM | ROM |
Cache | Registers |
Input devices | Output devices |
Central Processing Unit, the part of the computer that carries out instructions of a computer program. | The components of a computer system that are necessary for it to function, including hardware and software resources. |
Read Only Memory, the permanent storage space for data that cannot be changed. | Random Access Memory, the temporary storage space for data that a computer needs to access quickly. |
Small, high-speed data storage areas within the CPU. | A small amount of fast memory that stores frequently accessed data for quick retrieval. |
Hardware devices used to output data from a computer, such as monitors or printers. | Hardware devices used to input data into a computer, such as keyboards or mice. |
Storage devices | Bandwidth |
Latency | Processing power |
The amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time. | Hardware devices used for long-term data storage, such as hard drives or SSDs. |
The ability of a computer system to carry out tasks quickly and efficiently. | The delay between the time a request is made and the time a response is received. |