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CBA EOC Hrdw & Sftw
CBA EOC Hardware & Software Unit 1
Question | Answer |
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computer software created to allow the user to perform specific a job or task Examples: Word processing, Spreadsheets, Database, and Graphics software | application software |
executes commands from a computer's hardware and software; the principal computer chip that contains several processing components, which determines the computer's operating speed; the "brain" of a computer | central processing unit (CPU) |
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 | file management |
an extension at the end of a file name, indicating which application was used to create a document | file type |
data entered into the computer through a variety of devices such as a keyboard, microphone, scanner, flash drive, or mouse | input device |
the action of gaining access to a computer or a network by entering a username and password; also called Login/Sign In | logon |
computer chips that store data and programs while the computer is working; often called RAM or Random Access Memory | memory |
system software that acts as a "go-between", allowing computer hardware and other software to communicate with each other | operating system |
additional hardware that isn't necessary for a computer to function, but does enhance how the computer can be used. Examples: Scanner, Webcam, Computer joystick | peripheral |
storing data for later use | save |
a feature that allows the user to change the attributes of a file (such as location, file name, or file type) before saving it | save as |
external hardware used to store and retrieve data, such as a disk drive, CD/DVD drive, flash drive, or tape drive | storage device |
software responsible for the general operation of a computer system, including the operation of hardware, running application software, and file management Examples: BIOS, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, or utility software | system software |
a computer case that contains the CPU, power supply, memory, and storage | system unit |