Question | Answer |
Computer | A machine that processes data. Developed in the 1940's |
Personal Computer | pc includes keyboard, mouse, monitor |
Hardware | Speakers, Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor |
Software | A set of instructions that can change. Typing Instructor, Powerpoint, Word, Games, Publisher, Excel, OS |
Monitor | display screen. |
Mouse | imput devise. |
Keyboard | set of keys or buttons that input information to the computer |
Hard drive | primary storage. it is where the operating system, applications, fliles, and data are kept |
CDROM | used to store data |
CDROM Drive | |
Data | |
Program | |
Power plug | used to provide power in to the computer and provide power out to the monitor |
Parallel Port (printer connector) | A parallel port is an electircal connector that is used to send information om wires at the same time. Line printer |
Serial Port | used to connect older or specialized devices. Send parts of a message. Example bar code scanners |
Network Interface Card (NIC) | an Ethernaet cable connection |
Universal Serial Bus (USB) | Universal serial bus is an external bus that transfers Mbps |