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