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ROM
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Read Only Memory;
non-volatile main memory that cannot be written to, once it is set up. |
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RAM
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Random Access Memory;
Volatile main memory on which the locations can be accessed directly in order. |
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Secondary storage
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Permanent storage memory not directly connected to the processor; also called backing store.
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Peripheral Device
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A computer device that is not part of the CPU. it can be external (e.g mouse, keyboard, printer etc.) or internal, such as a CD-ROM.
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Input Device
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Allows data to be given into the computer.
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Output Device
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Reports the result of processing from the computer.
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Storage Device
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Keeps Data that has been collected for future use.
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Hardware
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The physical components that make up a computer system.
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Software
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Software is a set of instructions inside the computer that manages the hardware, runs the computer , and manages applications.
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Operating System
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Or system software. are the programmes that allow the hardware to work.
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