Computer Case: What is it, what is it for, and what is its function in your desktop computer?

These computer equipment They are a very important part of human beings, especially nowadays when almost everything can be done through them. type of activity. This is how it is currently used by governments, businesses, merchants, student and public institutions, among many others.

These teams are made up of a large number of elements y components allowing its optimal functioning. One of them is the computer case which serves to physically assemble all components inside the computer.

Bearing in mind that this is one of the most important parts for a computer, Here we'll explain a little bit More about what it is and what its real function is in these desktop computersTo do this, carefully follow everything we will teach you below:

What is a computer case or tower and what is it used for?

The computer case or tower as they are also known, is nothing more than the metal part where a large part of the machine components as it is hard drive, motherboard, floppy disk drive, optical drive...among many other elements that are present there. These cases usually come in a... horizontal and vertical depending on the type.

It's also important to mention that these towers usually come with a power supply incorporatedThe main function of this case is to be able to store and protect each of the components that are present therethus allowing each of those parts so that parts can work correctly, especially what is the central processing unit (CPU).

It is worth mentioning that Not only desktop computers have a case, but also laptops , the tablets or notebooks They are also considered as a box or caseThe only difference is that for this This type of equipment makes it difficult to replace that part., so your commerce is not as common as with desktop computers.

History and evolution: How have boxes changed over time?

It all began in 1972 when the company Intel manufactured the first microprocessor, the 4004. Thanks to this, the path would be opened for what would become the computers at homeThis is how other companies like Apple in 1976 and a year later Tandy and Commodore They committed to the manufacture of all this equipment.

In this manner the Commodore company would begin to equip each of its teams with a single block where only what was found the keyboard and the magnetic tape reader, whereas in the case of Tandy would include a television and a separate cable.But in the case of Apple would begin selling small quantities of these devices, but without boxes.

All of this became the beginnings of these teams in the world, where most of Computers began to be released to the market including a keyboard in a box. After all this would come what was the third generation, where it begins with the intervention of the Amiga 1000 in 1985, at that moment The desktop boxes were inaugurated.

With these new model of computers It would last several years on the market, until 1992 and 1993 when a separate casing for what it was the keyboard that was connected to the monitor via a cableIn this case, the keyboard had to rest on a desk, as did the monitor. The next evolution The use of these devices would occur in the years 1996 when the The casing would be positioned vertically., which allowed for a significant increase measure the volume.

Thanks to this, it would be placed data storage devices perpendicular to the casingmaking better use of all the space. Since then, the color of the casing has been beige and a rectangular shapeBut from then on In the 2000s, the predominant color would become black.. By 2003, Apple's company decides to bet on the boxes with new designs y more colors, making them many more aesthetically pleasing, even achieving reduce their size.

Because of all this, the different companies dedicated to the subject have Specializing in manufacturing cases that have a more pleasing and delicate appearance, where a The next evolution was that of the fan and the noise. Currently, they can be found very small boxes with very large fansThis is because, thanks to all the advances they have been achieving better manage space in them to offer a better organization of all parts.

What are the different types of cases that exist in computing?

As previously mentioned, these boxes have presented a constant evolution that has gone changing its shape and size, where they went from being a from a robust casing to a more delicate and smaller oneThat's how we're going to teach you next. What are the different types of cases that exist in computing?

To do this, follow this list:

• barebones: This case stands out for having a reduced size, it was manufactured with the purpose of taking up very little space and thus turn it into a pretty nice design for the public. However, this case has a drawback, which is that its Expansion becomes difficultThis being the reason why It supports very few additional devices.It also presents another problem due to its small size which provides it with heating. Because it has few devices, it offers a large number of USB portsthus allowing all types of connections to be made devices via USB cables. These boxes are known today as cubes.

• MiniTower: The Minitower is distinguished by having one or two bays of 5¼" and two or three other 3½" bays". This will depend mainly on the motherboard that can be placed. Generally these It doesn't have boxes problem with USB ports. Due to their shape, it can be said that these are one of the best-selling models on the market, because it is small and can be easily expanded. Furthermore, it does not present The problem with barebones and their overheating is normal..
• Dessert: They are very similar to those mentioned above but are not as common as the minitowers, although Its use has been increasing in recent years. These boxes must to be used on top of the desk because this will allow them don't pick up so much dust from the floorTherefore, the monitor must position yourself next to the table.
• Mid-tower or semi-tower: In this case, its size was increased in order to be able to place many more devicesThey are mostly from four bays of 5¼" and four of 3½", and also offers a large number of holes allowing them place cards and other devicesHowever, it's important to mention that this will depend primarily on the motherboard That is.
• Tower: It can be said that this is the largest model of all, due to Its size allows it to store a large number of components. These models are mostly used when The size and quantity of the cards require itAn example of this could be the duplicator towers who have a large number of CD/DVD/BD recording units simultaneously.
• Server: The servers stand out for being very wide towers and because they lack aesthetic appeal, This is because this type of casing is intended for places where There is little user traffic.This means that they are used in data processing centersThat is why these types of towers are based on their operation, prioritizing what is performance and ventilation, not its design.

The server usually has more than one hot extraction power supply, This will allow the server can continue to function in case one of the two is damageds. Because they are so important and fundamental, they must always be connected to a power supply system that will protect the equipment for voltage spikes and in case there is one power grid failure el The equipment will continue to operate for a few minutes. while the user can turn it off.

• Racks: These are other types of servers that are dedicated and have a superior power to that of any other computer. In this way Rack servers They are attached to a piece of furniture that has special dimensions. In this manner the Racks are placed in air-conditioned rooms because they can take high temperatures caused by its entire operation.
• Portable: As mentioned earlier, laptops are also a casing but a little more definedHowever, there are many more limited since they cannot expand or it is very delicate to do so and they tend to overheat if they are overworkedIts size will It depends on the monitor it has built in.where they are becoming increasingly thinner.
• Integrated into the screen: Known as all-in-one, they are They deal with an extension of space in the structure of a CRT monitor or an LCD screenThey house the various functional devices of the team, such as the motherboard, optical drive, power supply, hard drive, internal fansamong many others present there. The main advantage of this design is that It allows you to save a lot of space, making one of a technology similar to those of the laptopsBut on this occasion, his Expansion is even more limited and much more expensive.

Parts of a computer tower: What are all its parts?

The computer case is that case that houses a large number of computer parts and components and which are fundamental to its functioning.

Accordingly, here we show you all the parts of a computer tower:

• Power supply: It is a metal box located inside the case, and it is responsible for distribute electrical energy that everyone uses the other components of the system and which is very important in all this functioning.
• Motherboard: She is in charge of making sure everyone the computer's devices and components are integrated. She flat plate having different slots allowing connect the processor, cards, and other components that are necessary for the machine to function.
• Processor: Known in computing as the computer's brain, since this component is responsible for process all the information from the machine. It is not easily visible because it is covered by a heat sink and a fan for cooling, this is because generates a large amount of heat which could cause it to overheat.
• RAM memory: She is primarily in charge of It temporarily stores all the information and programs used within the computer, so that afterwards the processor is able to capture, visualize and process.
• Hard disk: This component is responsible for save all the computer's files, programs, and systemsTherefore, the functioning of HDD It is also fundamental for the computer operation as suchIn addition, there are two types of hard drive the basic having multiple platters that rotate and store all the information and the SSA solid-state drives or as flash memory.
• Sound and video card: Video or sound cards They are optional on these cases, so it will depend on the user whether they want them. add them or not. But these are integrated into the motherboard and it is used to be able to work with Videos, animations, audio, images, even for playing video games from the computer.
• Network board: This is usually The motherboard is usually integrated into the computer., and it is the one that allows connect a network cable to another device of re as it can be a modem or router.
• Optical disk drive: La optical disc drive it will be used for the reading or writing data via optical discsTo do this, this unit makes use of a laser light with electromagnetic waves that allow you to give it disk reading.