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Lesson 4: Computer memory

Understanding the purpose of various parts of a computer, including the ROM, RAM and hard drives.
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1. Recap and recall

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In this unit

Assessment – Computing Y3: Journey inside a computerLesson 1: Inputs and outputsLesson 2: Building a paper laptopLesson 3: Following instructions
Lesson 4: Computer memory
Lesson 5: Dismantling a tablet
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