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Bit   The smallest unit of info recognized by computer.  
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Byte   A group of bits strung together to form character.  
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Central Processing Unit (CPU)   The "brain" of the computer that Directs all the operations necessary for a computer to turn data into information.  
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Character   A symbol generated on the computer screen by pressing any key.  
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(CD-ROM)   Disks that are used to store data.  
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Data   Facts of figures that are assembled and processed to produce needed info.  
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Default   A particular setting for a variable that is assigned automatically by the software and remains in effect unless changed by the user.  
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Disk Drive   The drive in the CPU where a disk is removed.  
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Edit   To change the contents of a document.  
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File   A document that is stored electronically.  
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Flash Memory   Faster than disk storage with up to 16 GB or more or data transferring over a universal serial bus. (USB)  
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Floppy Disk   A storage device made of flexible plastic material on which electronic data can be recorded.  
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Format   The arrangement of data for storage or display and the method for achieving such an arrangement.  
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Hard Drive   A storage device typically located inside the CPU that is enclosed in an airtight case. This is the main storage device of a computer and are the fastest and have the greatest storage capacity.  
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Hardware   Another name for computer equipment.  
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Input Device   Any hardware device which allows the user to enter data into a computer.  
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Keyboard   The most common method of inputting data into a computer and processing that data.  
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Modem   A communications device that allows a computer to connect to the internet.  
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Monitor   The component of a computer that displays text and images on a screen.  
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Network   Two or more computers that are connected together to share resources such as hardware, date and software.  
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Output Device   A device, such as a printer, video display, or speaker, that presents data from a computer to a user.  
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Printer   Output device that produces text or graphics on paper.  
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RAM   Saves all data while the computer is turned on, ad erases it when it is off.  
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Router   A network device that connects two or more networks to one another.  
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Save   Storing a document or data electronically.  
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Scanner   A device that reads an image.  
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Storage Device   A hardware device capable of holding data or info.  
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