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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |