Question | Answer |
Control Unit | Retrieves the instructions and sends command signals to the rest of the computer system to tell them what to do. |
Ram | Temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is available only while the computer is turned on. |
Bit | Is the smallest unit of binary information |
Input Devices | Allow the input of data into the computer |
Scanner | An input device that is connected to the computer through a port connection, that allows the conversion of a printed page of text or graphics to digital format. |
Video | Can be input into the computer with the use of digital cameras, video cameras, or Web cams. |
Digital Video Cameras | Can record video that can be input into the computer with specialized software and cables. |
Tablet Computers | Complete computer systems in a slate format. |
Output Devices | Produce the data after it has been processed in hard copy or soft copy. |
Clicker | Is a handheld device that resembles a TV remote that allows students to respond to questions posed by the instructor. |
Monitor Size | Measured diagonally from corner to corner. |
Resolution | Defines the clarity of the image that is seen on the computer screen. |
Pixel | Is a single colored square on the screen. |
Printer | Outputs the data after is has been processed in what is called a hard copy, or a readable, permanent copy. |
Laser Printers | Produce the highest quality of output. |
Portable Media Players | Portable devices that store and play audio such as music or podcasts and/ or audio and video. |