Term | Definition |
application software | computer software created to allow the user to perform specific a job or task |
central processing unit | executes commands from a computer's hardware and software; the principal computer chip that contains several processing components, which determines the computer's operating speed; the "brain" of a computer |
file management | A program on a computer that allows the user to create, edit, view, print, rename, copy, or delete files, folders, or an entire file system |
file type | an extension at the end of a file name, indicating which application was used to create a document |
input device | data entered into the computer through a variety of devices such as a keyboard, microphone, scanner, flash drive, or mouse |
logon | the action of gaining access to a computer or a network by entering a username and password |
memory | computer chips that store data and programs while the computer is working; often called RAM |
operating system | system software that acts as a "go-between", allowing computer hardware and other software to communicate with each other |
output device | allows the user to view or listen to the data a computer processes such as a monitor, printer, headphones, or speakers |
peripheral | additional hardware that isn't necessary for a computer to function, but does enhance how the computer can be used |
save | storing data for later use |
save as | a feature that allows the user to change the attributes of a file (such as location, file name, or file type) before saving it |
storage device | external hardware used to store and retrieve data, such as a disk drive, CD/DVD drive, flash drive, or tape drive |
system software | software responsible for the general operation of a computer system, including the operation of hardware, running application
software, and file management |
system unit | software responsible for the general operation of a computer system, including the operation of hardware, running application
software, and file management |