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C2 Vocabulary 032
Chapter 2 Vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Digital camera | Cameras that are capable of inputting data into a computer instead of onto film. |
| Web cam | A tiny camera that sits on (or is part of) the computer and feeds video directly to the computer. |
| Classroom response system aka Clicker | A handheld device that resembles a TV remote that allows students to respond to questions posed by the teacher. |
| Resolution | Defines the clarity of the image that is seen on the computer screen. |
| Printer | Device that outputs data after is has been processed in what is called a hard copy, or a readable, permanent copy. |
| USB drive | Provide great flexibility in mobile storage devices, like flash drives. |
| Touch screens | Allows direct selection or operation by touching the appropriate area of the screen. |
| Keyguards | Hard plastic covers with holes for each key. |
| Braille translator | A software product that converts text, either obtained by scanning or produced by a word processor, into Braille. |
| Processor speed | This is expressed in megahertz (Mhz. |
| Byte | 8 bits makes this. |
| Memory unit | Allows storage of information, is internal to the computer, and is divided into two types of memory. |
| RAM | Temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is available only while the computer is turned on. |
| ROM | Permanent internal memory inside the system that stores the instructions installed or programmed at the manufacturer. |
| Keyboard | Input device that offer the input of alhabetic and numeric information, as well as additional operational and input keys. |