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bit
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A unit of information expressed as either a 0 or 1 in binary notation
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byte
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A group of binary digits or bits (usually eight) operated on as a unit.
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CPU
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Central processing unit.
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dual core processor-
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A dual-core processor is a CPU with two processors or "execution cores" in the same integrated circuit.
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ethernet cable
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- any of several types of coaxial cable used in ethernets
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firewall-
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A firewall is a part of a computer system or network that is designed to block unauthorized access while permitting authorized communications. It is a device or set of devices that is configured to permit or deny network transmissions based upon a set of rules and other criteria.
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firewire-
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FireWire is an I/O interface developed by Apple Computer. It is also known as IEEE 1394, which is the technical name standardized by the IEEE. Other names for IEEE 1394 include Sony i.Link and Yamaha mLAN, but Apple's FireWire name the most commonly used.
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floppy disk-
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A flexible removable magnetic disk, typically encased in hard plastic, used for storing data.
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GHz-
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1,000,000,000 periods per second
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SD card-
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secure Digital (SD) is a non-volatile memory card format developed by Panasonic, SanDisk, and Toshiba for use in portable devices.
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