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Term | Definition |
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computer | an electronic device that processes data. |
personal computer(PC) | used by one person at a time. |
central processing unit (CPU) | the computers brain |
bit | the smallest unit of information, always either a 1 or a 0. |
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 int a computer. |
output | when a computer delivers information back to user. |
random-access memory(RAM) | temporary information that a computer uses only when it works with a particular file. |
read-only meomory(ROM) | the permanent information on your hard drive. |
storage device | a hard drive, a server, or a disk. |
software | a set of instructions that makes it possible for your computer to preform tasks. |
operating system(OS) | the main program to make your computer work. |
network | a group of computers connected together. |
drive | the largest storage area. |
folder | a plave to save and organize files. |
file | a collection of data. |
keyword | a word keyed into a search box that matches the topic you're looking for. |
keyword search | key one or more keywords the search results include all of the topics in which the keywords appear. |
save as | duplicate or copy a file by using this command. |
shortcut | an icon that is a direct link to a file or folder. |
content search | look for information from a list of categories and topics. |