Question | Answer |
the smallest unit of information recognized by a computer. | bit |
group of bits strung together | byte |
'brain' of the computer, directs all necessary operations | CPU |
symbol generated by pressing a key | character |
Disk used to store data | CD_ROM |
Certain setting for variable that is pre-assigned | default |
drive in the CPU where a disk is inserted. | disk drive |
to change contents | edit |
a document stored electronically | file |
faster disk storage, uses USB | flash memory |
storage device made of flexible materials | floppy disk |
arrangement of data | format |
storage device in an airtight case in the CPU | hard drive |
name for computer equipment | hardware |
any hardware device which allows the user to enter data into a computer | input device |
most common method of input | keyboard |
communications device that a computer uses to connect to the internet | modem |
displays text, images, and videos on a screen. | monitor |
two or more computers connected together to share resources | network |
a device that presents data to a user | output device |
presents text and graphics on paper | printer |
saves all data while computer is on and automatically erases it when shut off, stands for Random Access Memory | RAM |
connects networks together | router |
storing data or a document electronically. | save |
reads an image or document for use or storage on a computer | scanner |
hardware device capable of holding data or information. | storage device |