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23 Cards in this Set
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Computer |
an electronic device designed to process data, performlogical and mathematical operations at high speeds, and display the results
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Data |
individual facts, statistics, or items of information
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Information |
knowledge gained from learning or receiving facts
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Information Processing Cycle |
the sequence of events in processing information
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Hardware |
mechanical equipment used to conduct an activity
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Input |
how data is entered into a device; keyboards, mouse, scanners, etc.
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Output |
the information given as a result of the input; printers, websites, etc.
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Storage |
memory; CD’s, etc.
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Cloud Storage |
serve model in which data is maintained
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Central Processing Unit |
part of the computer where operations are controlled and executed
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Processing |
a continuous action or operation
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Microprocessor |
an integrated computer circuit that performs the functions of a CPU
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Computer Memory |
hardware devises used to store information for use of the computer
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Random Access Memory |
the place where operating systems and data are stored and can be quickly reached
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Cashe Memory |
a collection of memory or data stored in a hidden place
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Motherboard
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a detachable board holding memory chips
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Communication devices
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A communication device is piece of equipment or hardware designed to move information or data from one place to another
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Application software
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An application is a program, or group of programs, that is designed for the end user.
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System software
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System software (systems software) is computer software designed to operate and control the computer hardware and to provide a platform for running application software.
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Desktop computer
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A desktop computer is a personal computer in a form intended for regular use at a single location
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Tablet
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a computer that is portable and suitable for use while traveling.
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Supercomputer
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a particularly powerful mainframe computer
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Embedded computers
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An embedded system is a computer system with a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system
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