A microprocessor is a silicon chip that contains a CPU. All personal computers and most workstations require a microprocessor. Microprocessors control almost all digital devices, from clock radios to fuel systems for automobiles. A microprocessor contains an instruction set, bandwidth, and clock speed. The bandwidth and clock speed are important for a powerful CPU. The more the bandwidth and the clock speed is, the powerful the CPU.
RAM is the acronym for random access memory. It is a type of computer memory that is able to be accessed randomly. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computers and other devices, such as printers or fax machines.
DVD is short for digital versatile disc or digital video disk. It is a type of disk technology similar to the CD-ROM. It holds a minimum of 4.7GB of data, enough for a full-length movie.