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The CPU is the part of the computer that takes incoming information (input) and processes it. Then the CPU places the processed data (output) in the desired place. What is important about the CPU is the model number. The model number tells us what other computers will be compatible with ours.
Storage is also an important part of the computer. If you cannot store programs, then you cannot run programs on your computer. Therefore it is important to know how much primary storage that your computer has so that you can choose programs that will fit into your primary storage while being run.
1. ROM
ROM stands for read only memory. Read only memory is important because this type of memory does not lose its contents when you shut off the computer...