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Hardware Basics 0605

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Binary Coding System (ASCII)   Made up of a series of zeros and ones.  
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Access Options   Technology in PK-12 schools vary from school to school across the nation, with typical classroom access being provided by one or more options.  
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Computer System   Refers the computer and other support devices that work as a team.  
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Central Processing Unit(CPU)   Where processing of information takes place.  
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Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)   The sector of the CPU that performs mathematical calculations that are required in many data processing programs.  
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Control Unit   Retrieves the instructions and sends command signals to the rest of the computer system to tell them what to do.  
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Memory Unit   Allows storage of information, is internal to the computer, and is divided into two types of memory: RAM and ROM.  
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Random Access Memory (RAM)   Temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is only available while the computer is turned on.  
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Bit   Smallest unit of binary information.  
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Byte   Eight bits, which can represent one alphabetic or one numeric character of information.  
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Cache   Provides a temporary storage area that provides a quick access to information.  
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Input Devices   Allow the input of data into the computer.  
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Digital Cameras   Cameras that are capable of inputting data into a computer instead of onto film.  
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Tablet Computers   Complete computer systems in a slate format.  
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Monitor Size   Measured diagonally from corner to corner.  
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Pixel   A single colored square on the screen.  
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Resolution   The clarity of the image that is seen on the computer screen.  
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