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Chapter 1 Vocab
Question | Answer |
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Computer | electronic device under the control of instructions stored in its memory |
Data | collectiom of unproccesed item |
Information | conveys meaning and usefu to people |
Input devices examples | mouse and keyboard |
Output devices | printer |
Hard drive | an internal storage device |
Flash drive | portable storage device |
system unit | moniter |
Processer | interptet and carries out the basic instructions |
Memory | stores instructions |
Communication devices | enables componentto send and recive data |
Application software | programs designed to make users more productive |
System software | programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and its devices |
Tablet pc | used for notes/bussinesses |
Game consoles | Video games |
Emmbedded computers | Airbags, Steering wheel |
Hardware | electronic commponents contained in a computer |
Computer literacy | having a current knowledge and understanding of of computers and their uses |
Motherboard | main circuit board of the system unit |
Personal computers | desktops and laptops |
Digital pen | input pen device that allows users to write or draw on the screen |
Servers | computer that controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on the network. |