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18 Cards in this Set
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the trend of computers and devices with technologies that overlap. This leads to manufacterers who release new models with new or similar features
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Convergence
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is a computer that can perform all of its input, output, processing, and storage activities by itself
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Personal computer
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is designed so that the system unit, input devices, output devices, and any other devices fit entirely on or under a desk or table
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desktop computer
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is a personal computer you can carry from place to place
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mobile computer
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is a portable, personal computer often designed to fit on your lap
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notebook or laptop computer
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is a special type of notebook computer that allows you to write or draw on the screen using a digital pen
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tablet PC
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is a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product
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embedded computer
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controls access to the hadware, software, and other resources on a network and provides a centralized storage area for programs, data, and information
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server
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is a large, expensive, powerful computer that can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously
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mainframe
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is the fastest, most powerful computer-and the most expensive
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supercomputer
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a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among a computers hardware
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operating system
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a computer which power supply, motherboard, and mass storage devices are stacked together in a cabinet
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tower
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is small enough to fit in one hand. the screen, speakers, and buttons are built into the device
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handheld
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uses a computer for a variety of reasons including personal finance, web access, communications, and entertainment
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home user
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includes any company with fewer than 50 employees, as well as the self-employed who work from home
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small office/ home office user
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work on a mobile computer or device while away from a main office, home office, or school
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mobile user
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requires the capabilities of a powerful desktop computer, called a work station
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power user
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any employee or customer who uses a computer in the enterprise. they use computers and networks for basic business activities such as billing customer or preparing payrolls for thousands of employees
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enterprise user
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