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| Computer Program or Software |
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| A set of detailed instructions that tells the computer exactly what to do. |
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| Where do you find the processor, memory and storage devices? |
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| Within a box-like case called the system unit |
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| Components of the Computer |
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There are six primary components.
• Input devices
• The processor( Control unit and Arithmetic/logic unit)
• Memory
• Storage devices
• Output devices
• Communication devices |
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Ant hardware component that allows you to enter data, programs, commands, and user responses into a computer.
Some examples are:
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Digital camera
• Scanner
• Microphone
• Web Cam |
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| An input device that contains keys you press to enter data into the computer. A desktop computer keyboard has 101-105 keys |
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| Examples of handheld Computers |
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• Smart phones
• PDAs
• Tablet PCs |
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| Small metal or plastic device that looks like a ballpoint pen, but uses pressure instead of ink to write, draw, or make selections. |
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| A pointing device that fits comfortably under the palm of your hand. |
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| A case that contains electronic components of a computer used to process data. |
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| Sometimes called a system board, is the main circuit board of the system unit. This is where you attach the processor, memory to the slots. |
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