Term | Definition |
computer | electronic device that processes data. |
personal computer | used by one person at a time. |
central processing unit (CPU) | it is the computer's brain. |
bit | it is the smallest unit of information, always either one or a zero. |
byte | it is the building blocks for all information that flows through a computer. |
Input | it is when a user enters information into a computer. |
Output | when the computer delivers information back to the user. |
random-access memory (RAM) | one of the three main places it stores its data in. |
read-only memory (ROM) | another place it stores its data in. |
storage device | a long term memory , where you keep memories of important events. |
Software | a set of instructions that makes it possible for your computer preform tasks. |
Operating system (OS) | it is the main program thet makes yur computer work. |
network | is a group of computers connected to together |
drive | the largest storage area |
folder | a place to store and orangize files such as documents or pictures |
file | a collection of data |
save as | you can duplicate or copy a file by using this method |
shortcut | an icon that is a direct link to a file or folder |
hardware | a colection of phyical dievices that make your computer system |
keyword | a word keyed into a search box that matches the topic you are looking for |
Content Search | look for information from a list of categories and topics |
Keyword Search | key one or more keywords and include all the topics on which you searched. |