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Basic Computer Vocab
Question | Answer |
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Data that goes into a computing device. | Input |
Temporary storage for information, including applications and documents. | Memory |
Data that come out of a computer device. For example, information displayed on the monitor, sound from the speakers, and information printed to paper. | Output |
Another name for the hard disk that stores information in a computer. | Hard Drive |
A complete central processing unit (CPU) contained on a single silicon chip. | Microprocessor |
A set of instructions that tell a computer on how to operate when it is turned on. | Operating System |
The brain of the computer. | CPU |
The physical and mechanical components of a computer system, such as the electronic circuitry, chips, monitor, disks, disk drives, keyboard, modem, and printer. | Hardware |
Computer programs; also called “applications.” It performs a task or set of tasks, such as word processing or drawing. | Software |
Devices used to store massive amounts of information so that it can be readily retrieved. Devices include flash or thumb drives, CDs, DVDs, memory cards, etc... | Storage |