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Computer Hardwear
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| RAM | Temporary memory that stores information for the length of time a computer or program is left running. |
| Moniter | A device that provides visual displays on a computers' output |
| Mouse | A common computer pointing device than controls the cursor |
| USB | small portable memory drives |
| Keyboard | A device allowing users to enter data |
| Printer | A device that prints mostly text and illustrations on paper |
| Floppy Disk | Thin, square plates used for storing data |
| CPU | The main computer chip that manages the flow of information |
| A-Drive | The place where you insert a floppy disk into your computer |
| D-Drive | The place where you insert a DVD/video game into your computer |
| Fax Machine | A device that has scanners to read documents and translates data and send them across phone lines and printers |
| Speakers | Plug-in sound protection systems |
| Headphones | A head set like speakers except the sound is muted to everyone except the person who is wearing the headphones |
| Screen | The projection system of the computer. What you are looking at now. |
| System Unit | The device attached to the monitor containing mainly important parts. |
| Power Supply | It supplys the computer with power |
| USB Port | The place on the computer where you plug in your USB |