Term | Definition |
Computer | An electronic device that processes data. |
Personal Computer | An electronic device that processes data that is used by one person at a time. |
Central Processing Unit | A small chip that performs calculations and carries out all the instructions you give to your computer. |
Bit | The smallest unit of information,always either a 1 or a 0. |
Byte | The building block for all information that flows through the computer. |
Hardware | The collection of physical devices that make up your computer system. |
Input | When a user enters information into a computer. |
Output | When a computer delivers information back to the user. |
Random-access Memory (RAM) | Permanent information on your computer. |
Read-only Memory (ROM) | Temporary information that your computer uses only when you work with particular files. |
Storage Device | Where you keep important information. |
Software | A set of instructions that makes it possible to perform tasks. |
Operating System | 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. |
File | A collection of data. |
Save As | A command that lets you rename a file. |
Shortcut | An icon that's a direct link to a file or folder. |
Keyword | A word or words keyed into a search box that matches the topic you're looking for. |
Content Search | A list of categories and topics you search through for information. |
Keyword Search | A search in which you key one or more keywords that give results including all of the topics. |