Breaking Down the Box: Exploring Computer Components
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This series ended on July 18, 2025. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.
About
In this lecture-based session, we’ll take a guided tour through the internal parts of a desktop computer
This session is designed to help students of all backgrounds understand the 10 essential hardware components that make up a PC, from the CPU and RAM to the GPU, storage, and power supply. Each component will be introduced with its function, importance, role, and lastly paired with a human body analogy to simplify and solidify understanding.
Throughout the lecture, students will:
- Learn the name, purpose, and basic function of each key hardware component
- Understand how the parts interact to create a fully functioning computer
- Visualize complex systems through easy-to-follow metaphors and analogies
- Build a strong foundation for future technical learning or PC-related projects
*This is a lecture-style session with no hands-on component; ideal for learners who prefer structured, conceptual learning with visual aids. By the end of the session, students will have a clear idea of how the components of a PC work together to bring a computer to life.*
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Mohammed A 🇺🇸
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Hello! My name is Mohammed and I'm a junior attending a public Highschool in Arkansas. In my free-time I like to play videogames, soccer, tennis, and basketball. I am also interested in many fields of computer science, examples being app development and cybersecurity.
Schedule
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Fri 10:00 PM - 11:15 PM UTCJul 18, 10:00 PM - 11:15 PM UTC
In this single session lecture, the following concepts will be discussed:
- Intro to Computer Parts
- CPU
- Motherboard
- Power Supply Unit (PSU)
- RAM
- GPU
- Storage (HDD/SSD)
- System Cooling
- Case
- Expansion Cards
*This session is set to 75 minutes however it may take more or less time.*