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Computer Parts
Identifying Computer Parts
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Computer Science
7th Grade
06/05/2012

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Term
Computer
Definition
Electonic device that processes and converts it into information that people can use
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Technology
Definition
the practical application of an art or skill
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Mainframe
Definition
very powerful computer that can do many things at once
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PDA
Definition
Personal Digital Assistant
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Peripheral
Definition
Anything connected to your computer
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Keyboard
Definition
used to enter information in the form of words, numbers, and punctuation
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Mouse
Definition
used to control objects seen on a computer screen
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Microphone
Definition
used to input audio into a computer
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Port
Definition
allows users to connect external input and output devices to a computer system
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Joystick
Definition
an input device used for playing games
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Output devices
Definition
carry information out of a computer
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Printer
Definition
transfers images from the computer to paper
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Speaker
Definition
carry information out of a computer in the form of sound
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Microprocessor
Definition
the brain of a computer
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CPU
Definition
Central Processing Unit
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Motherboard
Definition
the main circuit board in a computer
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Hard drive
Definition
the most widely used storage device
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Flash memory
Definition
uses chips to hold information
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Optical disks
Definition
use lasers to read and write information
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CD-R
Definition
Compact Disk-Recordable
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DVD-ROM
Definition
can hold up to 17 gigabytes of information
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CD-RW
Definition
an optical disk that can record information many times
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Flash drive
Definition
a portabel storage device that plugs directly into a computer's USB port
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