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Computer Terms

A collection of computer terms and definitions

TermDefinition
Processor The brain of the computer.
Operating Systems Systems that control how the computer works
Memory A place where information is stored for immediate use
Storage The saving of data on a computer
Ethernet Ports Allows the computer to connect to the internet through an ethernet cable
Motherboard Controls everything on the computer
RAM Volatile memory that allows the computer to process tasks
Monitor Output device that puts information into a visible format
Mouse Input device that allows you to click, drag, and select things on the computer.
Keyboard Input device that allows you to type and perform commands on the computer
Hard Drive Permanent, non volatile memory.
Input Devices Peripherals that put information into a computer
Output Devices Peripherals that put information from the computer into a format that makes it understandable
Software Applications Controls hardware on the computer
Wi-Fi Allows a computer to connect to the internet without ethernet
IP Address A set of numbers separated by periods that identifies a device or network on the internet
Hex A numbering system with base 16 used to represent larger numbers with less digits
Binary Language A numbering system using only 0 and 1 that is the main language of a computer
Sequence of Commands The main logical structure of algorithms and programs
Conditional Structures A structure that allows computers to make decisions based on conditions
Looping A sequence of instructions that is continually repeated until a certain condition is reached.
Created by: BellCake75
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