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A brief description of the Chapter 2 Vocabulary

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Ethernet   Used to directly connect the computer to Internet through a cord.  
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Binary Code   A code composed of 0s and 1s which is the code that allows us to view the data on the computer.  
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Byte   Represents one alphabetic or numeric character. (Composed of 8 bits.)  
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Bit   1 binary character.  
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Processing Speed   How fast the data of a computer is moved in and out of memory. (Hz)  
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Cache   The computers temporary storage unit. A cache allows for quick access to the information.  
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USB Connections   A fast connection to the computer that allows for the use of many devices. (Some are faster than others.)  
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Firewire   A connection needed when there is a large amount of information that needs to be transferred.  
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Megahertz (MHz)   One million cycles per second (Speed.)  
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Gigahertz (GHz)   One billion cycles per second (Speed.)  
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Input Device   A device used to input information into a computer. (i.e. mouse, keyboard, scanner.)  
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Output Device   A device used to output information from the computer. (i.e. speakers, printers, iPods)  
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Storage Device   A device used to store data. These devices can be internal or external.  
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Internal Storage Device   A storage device which is built into the computer to store information on the computer itself. (i.e. Hard drive)  
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External Storage Device   A storage device that is used to store information by downloading it onto a portable device that can be connected to any computer.  
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