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Computer Terminology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 automatically by the software and remains in effect unless changed by the user |
| Disk Drive | The drive in the Central Progressing 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 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 that is enclosed in 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 | |
| Network | Two or more computers that are connected together to share resources such as hardware, date 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 or storage on a computer. |
| Storage Device | A hardware device capable of holding data or information. |