Hardware Components

Input/Output devices and Storage Devices

CPU
ALU: arithmetic/logic unit
Performs arithmetic and Boolean logical calculations
CU: control unit
Controls processing of instructions
Controls movement of data within the CPU
Interface unit
Moves instructions and data between the CPU and other hardware components
Bus: bundle of wires that carry signals and power between different components

Memory
Short-term storage for CPU calculations
Also known as primary storage, working storage, and RAM (random access memory)
Consists of bits, each of which hold a value of either 0 or 1 (8 bits = 1 byte)
Holds both instructions and data of a computer program (stored program concept)

(source: An Information Technology Approach 3rd Edition)