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Hardware & Software
Question | Answer |
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Application Software | Computer software created to allow the user to perform a specific job or task. Example: Microsoft Word |
Central Processing Unit | executes commands from a computer's hardware and software; the "brain" of a computer |
Computer | electronic device that is use to store, retrieve, and manipulate info electronically |
File Mangement | a program on a computer that allows the user to create, edit, view, print, rename, copy, or delete files, folders or an entire file system |
Hard Drive | a non-removable drive, which is fast and holds large amounts of data |
Hardware | parts of the computer you can physically touch |
Input Device | used to enter data into a computer |
Logon | the action of gaining access to a computer or a network by entering a username and password |
Monitor | output device that provides a visual representation of the information stored in the computer |
Mouse | hand-held device you use to move a pointer on the screen |
Operating System | system software that acts as a"go-between", allowing computer hardware and other software to communicate with each other |
Output Device | allows the user to view or listen to the data a computer processes such as monitor, printer, headphones, or speakers |
Printer | output device that allows the user to print a physical copy of the information shown on a monitor or screen |
Peripheral | additional hardware that isn't necessary for a computer function, but does enhance how the computer can be used |
RAM | Random Access Memory: temporary memory that stores data as long as the computer is turned on |
ROM | Read Only Memory: permanent memory that stores data even when the computer is turned off |
Storage Device | external hardware used to store and retrieve data such as a disk drive, CD/DVD drive, flash drive, or tape drive |
System Software | software responsible for the general operation of a computer system including the operation of hardware, running application software and file management |
System Unit | a computer case that contains the CPU, power supply, memory, and storage |
URL | internet address |
Web Browser | software used to display web pages on your computer monitor. Example: safari, google chrome, etc |
Software | collection of programs and other data input that tells the computer how to operate and how to manipulate data |