Temporary Memory that is designed to hold new data and is available only while the computer is turned on.
Peripheral Devices
Used to (1) input the information, (2) output the information into a form that is easily raed by the user, or (3) store the information for later use.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
The sector of the CPU that performs the mathematical calculations that are required in many data processing programs.
Input Devices
Allow the input of data into the computer. Examples: keyboards, mice, scanners, Web cameras, etc.
Memory Unit
Allows storage of information.
Cache
Provides a temporary storage area that provides a quick access to information.
Computer System
The computer and other support devices (peripheral devices) that work as a tem to (1)receive information as the user inputs it, (2) process that information per the directions that the user defines, (3) output the information in a usable format.
