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computer vocab
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 necessarry for a computer turn data into information |
Character | A symbol generated on the computer screen by pressing any key |
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 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 the method for achieving such an arrangement |
Hard Drive | A storage device typically located in central processing unit that is enclosed in an airtight case. This the main storage device of a computer and are fastest and have the greatest storage capacity |
Hardware | Another name for computer equipment |
input devise | any hardware device which allows the user to enter data into the computer |
keyboard | the most common method of inputting data into computer and processing that data |
modem | a communications device that allows a computer to connect to the internet |
monitor | the component of a computer that displays text and images on a 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 or document especially for use or storage on a computer |
storage device | a hardware device capable of holding data or information |