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Essential info. To Computers
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Computer Science
10th Grade
09/06/2007

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computer software program
Definition
a set of detailed instructions that tells the computer exactly what to do.
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Components of a computer
Definition
input devices, the processor, memory, output devices and storage devices and communication dveice
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where do you find the processor
Definition
within the box like case called the system unit.
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input devices
Definition
any hard ware component that allows you to enter data programs, commands and user responces. Ex: webcam, scanner, microphone.
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keyboard
Definition
is an input device that allows you to enter data into the computer. (a desktop computer usually has 100-105 keys)
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examples of hand held computers
Definition
Smart phones, and PDA's
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stylus
Definition
a small metal or plastic thing that looks like a ball point pen.
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system unit
Definition
a case that contains electronic components of a computer used to process data.
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motherboard
Definition
it is the main circuit board of the system unit. this is where they attach extra memmory and expasion slots
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processor
Definition
also called the central processing unit it carries out information that operates a computer
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input devices
Definition
pc video camera, cd/dvd drive, digital camera, keyboard
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