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29 Cards in this Set
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Software designed to meet the users need; performs a specific task.
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Application software
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A compact disk that reads only memory.
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CD-ROM
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An electronic device that receives data, processes data, stores data, and produces a result.
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Computer
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The metal and plastic case that houses the main system components of the computer.
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Computer Case
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Central Processing Unit; the brain of the computer.
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CPU
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A program that helps you manage large collections of information; an electronic filing system.
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Database
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Designed to be used on a desktop.
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Desktop computer
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A removable device that magnetically stores data.
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Floppy Disk
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A device that stores and retrieves information on floppy disks.
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Floppy Drive
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A paper printout of data displayed on a screen.
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Hardcopy
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A device that holds information such as software and files.
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Hard Disk/Drive
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The physical parts of a computer.
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Hardware
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The process of entering information into a computer.
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Input
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A device connected to a computer and used to enter information and instructions. It contains numbers, letters, symbols, and function keys; looks like a typewriter.
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Keyboard
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Designed to be small enough and light enough to be used on your lap.
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Laptop computer
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A device that displays text and graphics generated by a computer.
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Monitor
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A hand-held device used to select and move items on a screen.
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Mouse
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Designed to be used on a desktop but still small enough to be portable.
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Notebook/Tablet computer
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Displays the results of processing.
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Output
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Smaller and less powerful than the other types of computers.
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Personal computers
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A device that produces a paper copy of information from a computer.
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Printer
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A device that translates information it sees on a page into a format a computer can use; prints copies like a photocopier.
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Scanner
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Allow you to hear voice, music, and other sounds from your computer.
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Speakers
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A program that has numbered rows and lettered columns used to manage, analyze, and present financial information.
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Spreadsheet
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Programs that tell the computer what to do.
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Software
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A machine readable form of data displayed on a screen.
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Softcopy
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A device that holds data.
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Storage
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Controls the operation of a computer; also called operating system software.
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System software
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A program that allows you to create, edit, and print text documents.
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Word Processor
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