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