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10 Cards in this Set
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The three units that compose the CPU are:
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1. control unit
2. arithmetic logic unit 3. memory unit |
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What does ASCII stand for?
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American Standard Code for Information Exchange
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Temporary memory that is designed to hold new data and is available only while the computer is turned on.
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RAM (random access memory)
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8 bits: the binary code for one character of data
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A byte
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Name 3 uses for peripheral devices
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1. input information
2. output the information 3. store the information |
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Defines the clarity of the image that is seen on the computer screen
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Resolution
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What is the approximate storage capacity of a DVD-ROM?
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4.7 GB
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What is used for high-speed connection to the internet or other networks?
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Ethernet port
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Which is the common connection for Macintosh computers?
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a. serial ports
or b. parallel ports |
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What is the 1st thing to consider when buyign a home computer?
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What the computer is expected to do.
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