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What does the control unit do?
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The control unit retrieves the instructions and sends command signals to the rest of the computer system to tell them what to do.
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What is RAM?
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RAM is temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is available only when the computer is turned on.
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How many bits make a byte?
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Eight bits make a byte.
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What is an example of a input device?
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Examples: Keyboard, mouse, scanner, graphics tablet, microphone, digital camera, PDA, Interactive whiteboard.
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What does LCD stand for?
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Liquid Crystal Display
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What is an example of a common storage device?
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A USB drive. Also called flash or jump drive.
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About how many megabytes can a CD-ROM hold?
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650 MB.
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What is an example of a communly used touch screen?
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A grocery store self-checkout or an ATM.
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What are two mouse alternatives?
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Joystick and a trackball.
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Who is Assistive Technology usually for?
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People with special needs or disabilities.
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