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Computer Terms
Computer terms
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Computer Science
11th Grade
09/28/2016

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CPU Processor

Definition
brain of a computer - handles instructions you give
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Operating System

Definition
Manage computers memory & process
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Ram Memory

Definition

 

RAM Memory- a type of computer memory that you could access randomly

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ROM Memory

Definition
ROM Memory- Retains its content when the computer is off
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Hard Drive
Definition
a data storage
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Optical Drive
Definition
Uses laser sights near visible light spectrum, process reading and writing
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Monitor
Definition
Display video & graphical information, allows the user to interact
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Video Card
Definition
Connect to motherboard- Generates output images
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Sound Card
Definition
Converts digital data to sound waves so you could hear
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Graphics Card
Definition
Similar to CPU- design is to optimized to work with images
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Network Card
Definition
Required to communicate using a wired  connection
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Mouse
Definition
Used to position a cursor on a computer screen- allows user to select items
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Modem
Definition
Transmit digital data over communication lines
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Motherboard
Definition
Holds many components of a computer
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Speakers
Definition
Converts electrical signals into acoustical energy/ sound
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Keyboard
Definition
Use to enter characters into the computer system by pushing buttons. Primarily used to enter texts
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