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Computer Vocabulary
Question | Answer |
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Bit | The smallest unit of information recognized by a computer. |
Byte | A group of bits strung together to form a character. |
Central Processing Unit (CPU) | The "brain" of the computer that directs all the operations necessary for a computer to turn data into information. |
Character | A symbol generated on the computer screen by pressing any key. |
Compact Disk/ Read Only Memory (CD-ROM) | Disks that are used to store data. |
Data | Facts or figures that are assembled and processed to produce needed information. |
Default | A particular setting for a variable that is assigned atoumatically by the software and remains in effect unless changed by the user. |
Disk Drive | The drive in the central Processing Unit where a disk is inserted. |
Edit | to change the contents of a document. |
File | A document that is stored electronically. |
Flash Memory | Faster than disk storage with up to 16 GB or more or data transferring over a universal serial bus (USB). |
Floppy Disk | A storage device made of flexible plastic material on which electronic data can be recorded. |
Format | The arrangement of data for storage or display and the method for achieving such an arrangement. |
Hard Drive | A storage device typically located inside the Central Processing Unit an airtight case. This is the main storage device of a computer and are the fastest and have the greatest storage capacity. |
Hardware | Another name for computer equipment. |
Input Device | Any hardware device which allows the user to enter data into a computer. |
Keyboard | The most common method of inputting data into a computer and processing that data. |
Modem | A communications device that allows a computer to connect to the internet. |
Monitor | A component of a computer that displays text and images on the screen. |
Network | Two or more computers that are connected together to share resources such as hardware, data and software. |
Output Device | A device, such as a printer, video display, or speaker, that presents data from a computer to a user. |
Printer | Output device that produces text or graphics on paper. |
Random Access Memory (RAM) | Saves all data while the computer is turned on and automatically erases it when the computer is turned off. |
Router | A network device that connects two or more networks to one another. |
Save | Storing a document or data electronically. |
Scanner | A device that reads an image( as a photograph) or document( page of text) especially for use ore storage on a computer. |
Storage Device | A hardware device capable of holding data or information. |