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mod 1-23 vocab jk
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| arithmetic/logic unit (ALU) | the part of the central processing unit that performs arithmetic computations. |
| central processing unit (CPU) | also known as the micro processor; the brains of the computer. |
| circuit board | a thin plate or board that contains electronic components |
| computer | an electronic device that receives data, processes data, stores data and produces a result. |
| control unit | the part of the central processing unit that controls the flow of information through the processor. |
| data | text, numbers, sound, images, or video. |
| hard disks | a data storage device unit inside a computer that can store large quantity of data. |
| hardware | the actual machine: wires, transistors, and circuits. |
| information | the output produced by a computer after it processes data. |
| memory | where data is stored on the computer's motherboard. |
| mobile devices | electronic devices that fit into the palm of your hand. |
| motherboard | a circuit board that contains all of the computer systems main components. |
| notebook computers | similar to a microcomputer; however, it is smaller and portable. |
| random access memory (RAM) | computer location where instructions and data are stored on a temporary basis. |
| read only memory (ROM) | permanent storage; instructions are burned onto chips by the manufacturer |
| server | a computer that handles requests for data, email, file transfers, and other network services from other computers. |
| software | consists of instructions or programs for controlling the computer. |
| supercomputer | largest and fastest computers,capable of storing and processing tremendous volumes of data. |
| tablet PC | a personal computer similar in size and thickness to a notepad on which you can take notes using a stylus or digital pen. |
| USB flash drive | a small removable storage decvice. |