Hardware Basics 622 Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
Cache | Temporary storage area allowing quick access to information |
RAM (Random Access Memory) | Temporary memory available only while computer is turned on |
Peripheral Devices | Devices used for input, output or storage of information |
Input Devices | Peripheral Devices that allow for input of data into the computer (keyboard) |
Storage Devices | Peripheral Devices that allow storage of data for later use |
Keyboard | Input device similar to a typewriter that allows for the input of alphabetic or numerical information |
Web Cam | Tiny camera that sits on or is part of the computer used for still images or video |
Resolution | The clarity of an image seen on the computer screen |
Printer | Output device that converts processed data to a hard copy |
Output Devices | Peripheral Devices that produce the data after it has been processed (monitor) |
Storage Devices | Peripheral Devices that allow for the storage of data to be accessed later |
System Software | Software that tells the computer what to do (operating system) |
External Hard Drive | Storage device that can be used to transfer and hold large amounts of data outside of the internal memory (portable) |
Processor Speed | How quickly data can be moved in and out of the memory |
Megahertz/Gigahertz | Unit of measurement for processor speed |
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