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HardwareBasics Vocab
Vocabulary words from Chapter 2 of Preparing to Use Technology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic logic unit | The sector of the CPU that performs the mathematical calculations that are required in many programs |
| Memory Unit | Allows storage of information and is internal to the computer |
| RAM | Temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is available while the computer is turned on |
| ASCII | American Standard Code for Information Interchange |
| Bit | Smallest unit of binary information |
| How many bits makes a byte? | Eight, 8 |
| Cache | Provides temporary storage area that provides quick access to information |
| Keyboards | Offer the input of alphabetic and numeric information |
| Mouse Pad | Allows good movement of the mouse |
| Digital Camera | Camera capable of inputting data into a computer instead of onto film |
| Digital Video Cameras | Can record video that can be input into the computer |
| Tablet Computers | Complete computer systems in a slate format |
| Computer Monitors | Display information on the screen where it can be eited and sent to the printer |
| LCD | Liquid Crystal Display |
| How is monitar size measured? | Diagonally from corner to corner |