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Word | Definition |
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computer | An electronic device that manipulates data. |
laptop | A portable usually battery-powered microcomputer that can go on lap. |
desktop | Small or compact enogh to fit on a desktop. |
mainframe | Large computer often the hub of a system sevring many users. |
input device | Computing a peripheral device that accepts data andfeeds it into a computer. |
output devie | Electrical or electromechanical equipment connected to a computer. |
storage memory | The parts of the brain that control memory are the frontal and temporal lobes. |
RAM | RAM or random access memory goes away when you turn off the copmuter. |
CPU | CPU or Central Proccessing Unit is the key component of a computer system which contains the circuit. |
Flash Drive | A very small portable data carrier/holder. |
CD | An optical disk (12cm) in diameter on which a program,data,music ETC. |
Port | A place to plug in with many types of devices. |
Cable | A cord of metal wire used to operate or pull a mechimism. |
Monitor | A device for obseving or recording. |
Hardware | Mechanical equipment that is or isn't built into the computer. |
Software | The program s used to direct the operations of a computer. |
Application | A program designed for a particular used for a particular use. |
Operating System | The collection of software that directs the operation. |
Help Menu | A feature of computer software programs that you use if you are havng problems. |
Internet | The collection of millions of compters connected by a network. |
Home Page | The place that a computer takes you to when you turn on the computer. |
Browser | A computer program that makes it possible for you to read information from the internet |
Search Box | A computer program which finds information on the internet by looking for words. |
Search Box | A rectangular space on the screen. |
Internet Safety Rules | Never give last name, nevr give address, never give phone number, never tell where you go to school, never email picture of yourself to someone you've met online, |