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C2 Vocabulary 0407
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| equitable access | necessary to effectively leverage technology for learning |
| access options | different ways students can access computers in schools. |
| COWS | computers on wheels |
| control unit | retrieves instructions, sends commands to computer |
| arithmetic logic unit | performs math calculations required in many data processing programs |
| memory unit | allows info storage, internal, two memory types (RAM & ROM) |
| Bit | binary character, 0 or 1 |
| cache | temp storage area that provides quick access to info |
| RAM | random access memory, temp data only available while computer is on |
| ROM | read only memory, permanent internal memory, stores instructions installed by manufacturer |
| Byte | 8 bits |
| input devices | allow input of data. ie keyboards, scanners, microphone |
| output devices | produce data after processed. ie hard copy,printers, speakers |
| anti-glare filters | clear screens that fit over computer monitor to reduce glare from overhead lights and large windows |
| electronic pointing device | allow user to control cursor using ultrasound , eye movements, nerve signals |