The motherboard is the main circuit board of a computer. It connects and allows communication between all the parts of the system.What the Motherboard Cannot DoAlthough it's essential, there are things the motherboard cannot do by itself.Cannot Process Data Alone - It doesn’t do the actual computing; the CPU processes data, and the RAM stores it temporarily.Cannot Store Files - It doesn’t save documents or photos; that's the job of the hard drive (HDD/SSD).Cannot Display Graphics -It can’t render images or videos unless a graphics card (GPU) or integrated graphics is present.Cannot Run Software - It doesn’t run programs like browsers or games. The CPU, RAM, and storage handle those.Cannot Operate Without Other Parts - The motherboard needs the CPU, RAM, power supply, and storage to make the computer function. Alone, it's just a circuit board.Main Functions of a MotherboardConnects All Components - It holds and connects the CPU, RAM, storage drives (HDD/SSD), graphics card, and power supply. Think of it like the central "hub" or “backbone” where all parts are plugged in.Power Distribution - It receives power from the power supply and distributes the correct voltage to all components.Data Communication - It allows parts of the computer to talk to each other using data buses and chipsets.Holds BIOS/UEFI - The motherboard stores the BIOS or UEFI firmware, which helps the computer boot up and manage basic settings.Provides Ports and Slots - It gives USB ports, HDMI/Display ports, Ethernet, audio jacks, and expansion slots (PCIe) for extra devices.Controls Peripheral Devices - It connects to keyboards, mice, printers, etc., allowing them to work with the system.