What component of a computer is responsible for processing?

The motherboard is the central component that connects all the parts of a computer, including the CPU (central processing unit), which is specifically responsible for processing data. The motherboard serves as a communication hub, allowing the CPU to interact with other components such as RAM, storage devices, and input/output devices. It contains sockets for the CPU and RAM, chipsets, and buses that facilitate data transfer between different parts of the computer.

The other components listed do have roles in the functioning of a computer, but they do not process data directly. The power supply provides electrical energy to all components, the hard drive stores data permanently, and RAM temporarily holds data and instructions that the CPU uses while it processes information. However, the actual processing of data is solely the function of the CPU mounted on the motherboard.