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Term | Definition |
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computer | eletronic device that processes data |
personal computer (pc) | computer used by one person at a time |
central processing unit (cpu) | computer's brain |
bit | smallest unit of information |
byte | building block for all information that flows through a computer |
hardware | collection of physical devices that make up your computer system |
input | information entered into a computer |
output | information delivered back to user |
random-access memoryy (ram) | temperary information that a computer uses only when it works with a particular file |
read-only memory (rom) | permanent informaition stored on the hard drive |
storage device | keeps things stored in your applications and files |
software | set of instructions that make it possible for your computer to perform tasks |
operating system (os) | main program that makes it possible for your computer to work |
network | group of computers connected together |
drive | largest storage area |
folder | place to save and organize files |
file | collection of data |
save as | command used to duplicate or copy a file |
shortcut | icon that is a direct link to a file or folder |
keyword | word or words keyed into a search box that matches the topic you're looking for |
content search | to seek out information from a list of categories and topics |
keyword search | to seek out information through a database by keying in words or phrases that match your topic |