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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| bit | the smallest unit of information recognized by a computer |
| byte | a group of bits strung together to form a computer |
| central processing unit (cpu) | the brain of the computer that directs all the operations needed for a computer to turn data into information |
| character | a symbol generated on the computer to turn data into information |
| 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 i 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 transferred over a universal serial bus |
| floppy disk | a storage device made of flexible material on which electronic data may be stored |
| format | the arrangement for data for storage or display and the method for achieving such an arrangement |
| hard drive | a storage device typically located inside the CPU that is enclosed i 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 the computer |
| keyboard | the most common method of inputing data into a computer and processing the 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, or 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 |
| floppy disk | a storage device made of flexible material on which electronic data may be stored |
| format | the arrangement for data for storage or display and the method for achieving such an arrangement |
| hard drive | a storage device typically located inside the CPU that is enclosed i 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 the computer |
| keyboard | the most common method of inputing data into a computer and processing the 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, or 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 |
| floppy disk | a storage device made of flexible material on which electronic data may be stored |
| format | the arrangement for data for storage or display and the method for achieving such an arrangement |
| hard drive | a storage device typically located inside the CPU that is enclosed i 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 the computer |
| keyboard | the most common method of inputing data into a computer and processing the 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, or 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, but automatically erases it when turned off |
| router | a network device that connects twon 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 |