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16 Cards in this Set
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computer literacy
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being familiar with basic computer concepts
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computer
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a programmable electronic device that accepts data INPUT; performs PROCESSING operations; OUTPUTS the results; provides STORAGE for data, programs, or output; and offers a means of COMMUNICATIONS
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data
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raw, unorganized facts; exists as text, graphics, audio, and video
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information
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data that has been processed into a meaningful form; exists as text, graphics, audio, and video
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hardware
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physical parts of a computer system, such as keyboard, monitor, etc.
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software
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instructions that are used to tell a computer what to do (computer programs)
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operating system
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type of system software that enables a computer to operate and manage its resources and activities
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boot
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to start up a computer
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boot process
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1. part of computer's OS is loaded into memory; 2. quick diagnostic is run; 3. launches start up programs; 4. Graphical User Interface loaded
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icon
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small graphical image that invokes some action when selected
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window
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rectangular area in which programs, documents and other content are displayed
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menu
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set of options (usually text-based) used to issue commands to computer
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toolbar
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a set of icons used to issue commands to computer
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hyperlink
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text or an image that is linked to a Web page or other type of document
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application software
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programs that enable users to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as writing a letter or playing a game
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programmer
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person whose primary job is to write, maintain, and test computer programs
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