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Unit 2
Term | Definition |
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computer | an electronic device that processes data. |
Personal computer(PC) | is used by one person at a time. |
Central processing unit(CPU) | which is like the computers brain. |
bit | is the smallest unit of information, always either a 1 or 0. |
byte, | the building block for all onformation that flows through a computer. |
hardware | is the collection of physical devices that make up your computer system. |
input | is when a user enters information into a computer |
output | is when a computer delivers information back to a user |
Random-access memory(RAM) | this memory is temporary information that your computer uses only when you work with a particular file. It is erased when you turn off your computer. |
storage device | is like your long term memory where you keep important events and your family members names for example. |
software | is a set of instructions that make it possible for your computer to perform tasks |
network | is a group of computers connected together. |
drive | is the largest storage area. |
folder | is a place to save and organize files |
file | a collection of data |
keyword | is a word keyed into a search box tghat matches the topic your looking for. |
content search | look for info from a list of catergories and topics. |
keyword search | key one or morekeywords |
read only memory | this memory is permanent information on your computer. It holds your computer's built- in instructions and cannot be erased or damaged. |
operating system | is the main program that makes your computer work. |
save as | this lets you rename a file, and at the same time copy the file by saving it to a new location |
shortcut | is an icon that is a direct link to a file or folder |