grunnvélbúnað

Grunnvélbúnað is an Icelandic term that translates to "basic hardware" or "foundational hardware." It refers to the essential physical components of a computer system that are necessary for its operation. This typically includes the central processing unit (CPU), memory (RAM), motherboard, storage devices (like hard drives or SSDs), and the power supply unit. Without these fundamental pieces of hardware working together, a computer cannot boot up or perform any computational tasks. The term emphasizes the core elements upon which all other functionalities and software are built. It is distinct from peripherals or add-on components that enhance a system's capabilities but are not strictly required for basic operation. In essence, grunnvélbúnað represents the bare minimum hardware needed to make a computer function.