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Unit 2
Term | Definition |
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computer | an electronic divice that processes data |
Personal Computer (PC) | a computer used by one person at a time |
Central Processing Unit (CPU) | the brain of the computer |
bit | the smallest unit of information |
byte | the building block for all information that flows through a computer |
Hardware | the collection of physical devices that make up your computer system |
input | when a user enters information into a computer |
output | when a computer delivers information back to a user |
random-access memory (RAM) | temporary information that your computer uses when you work a particular file |
Read-only memory | permanent information on your computer |
storage device | a hard drive,server,or a disk |
software | a set of instructions that makes it possible for your computer to perform tasks |
Operating System (OS) | the main program that makes your computer work |
network | a group of computers connected together |
drive | the largest storage area |
folder | a place to save and organize files |
file | a collection of data |
shortcut | an icon that is a direct link to a file or folder |
keyword | a word or words keyed into a search box that matches the topic you are looking for |
Content Search | look for information from a list of catagories and topics |
Keyword Search | key one or more keywords |
save as | duplicate a file by using this button |