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C2 Vocabulary0502

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Central Processing Unit (UPU)   where the processing of the information takes place  
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Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)   the sector of the CPU that performs the mathematical calculations that are required in many data processing programs  
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Memory Unit   allows storage of information, is internal to the computer, and is divided into two types of memory  
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Bit   a binary character; the smallest unit of binary information  
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Byte   eight bits make one byte; it can represent one alphabetic or one numeric character of information  
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Processor Speed   expressed in megahertz, which equals one million cycles per second or gigahertz, which equals one billion cycles per second  
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Cache   provides a temporary storage area that provides a quick access to information  
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Peripheral Devices   inputs information, outputs information into a form that is easily read by the user, and stores the information for later use  
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Keyboard   offers the input of alphabetic and numeric information, as well as additional operational and input keys  
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Mouse Pad   allows good movement of the mouse, and comes in many trendy designs  
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Optical Character Recognition (OCR)   software that converts texts  
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Graphics Table   also connected to the computer through a port connection; teacher or student draws on the electronic tablet with a stylus to transfer the image to the computer  
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Digital Cameras   cameras that are capable of inputting data into a computer instead of onto film, and are common tools in teaching and learning across grade levels  
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Web Cam   a tiny camera that sits on (or is part of) a computer and feeds video directly into the computer  
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Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)   small, portable tools allow the user to input handwritten notes on a small screen using a special pen or a tiny keyboard.These notes can be downloaded into a computer for later use  
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