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| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| computer | An electronic device that manipulates data. |
| laptop | A portable usually battery-powered microcomputer that can go on lap. |
| desktop | Small or compact enogh to fit on a desktop. |
| mainframe | Large computer often the hub of a system sevring many users. |
| input device | Computing a peripheral device that accepts data andfeeds it into a computer. |
| output devie | Electrical or electromechanical equipment connected to a computer. |
| storage memory | The parts of the brain that control memory are the frontal and temporal lobes. |
| RAM | RAM or random access memory goes away when you turn off the copmuter. |
| CPU | CPU or Central Proccessing Unit is the key component of a computer system which contains the circuit. |
| Flash Drive | A very small portable data carrier/holder. |
| CD | An optical disk (12cm) in diameter on which a program,data,music ETC. |
| Port | A place to plug in with many types of devices. |
| Cable | A cord of metal wire used to operate or pull a mechimism. |
| Monitor | A device for obseving or recording. |
| Hardware | Mechanical equipment that is or isn't built into the computer. |
| Software | The program s used to direct the operations of a computer. |
| Application | A program designed for a particular used for a particular use. |
| Operating System | The collection of software that directs the operation. |
| Help Menu | A feature of computer software programs that you use if you are havng problems. |
| Internet | The collection of millions of compters connected by a network. |
| Home Page | The place that a computer takes you to when you turn on the computer. |
| Browser | A computer program that makes it possible for you to read information from the internet |
| Search Box | A computer program which finds information on the internet by looking for words. |
| Search Box | A rectangular space on the screen. |
| Internet Safety Rules | Never give last name, nevr give address, never give phone number, never tell where you go to school, never email picture of yourself to someone you've met online, |