Question | Answer |
computer | an electronic device that processes data |
personal computer (PC) | used by one person at a time |
central processing unit (CPU) | or microprocessor, a small chip that performs calculations and carries out all the instructions you give to your computer |
bit | smallest unit of information, always either a 1 or a 0 |
byte | the building block for all information that flows through a computer |
Hardware | is the collection of physical devices that make up your computer system |
Input | when a user enters information into a computer |
Output | is when a computer delivers information back to a user |
random-access memory(RAM) | one place where computer stores memory |
read-only memory (ROM) | another place where memory is stored in a computer |
storage device | such as a hard drive, a server, or a disk |
Software | a set of instructions that makes it possible for your computer to perform tasks |
Operating System (OS) | the main program that makes your computer work |
network | a group of computers connected together |
drive | the largest storage area |
folder | a place to save and organize files, such as documents or pictures |
file | a collection of data |
Save As | lets you rename a file, and at the same time, copy the file by saving it to a new location |
shortcut | an icon that is a direct link to a file or folder |
keyword | a word (or words)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 |