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| The Central Processing Unit, where the actual processing of information within the computer takes place. |
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| Any device that allows the input of data into a computer. Examples include a keyboard, mouse, or scanner. |
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| Any device that displays or puts out data that has been processed by the computer. Examples include a monitor, speakers, or a printer. |
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| Any device, external or internal, that allows storage of data for later use. |
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| The external or internal (usually internal) primary storage device of data for a computer. |
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| An input device similar to a typewriter. This device features all of the letters and numbers, and a variety of symbols for user input. |
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| An input device that allows for audio input from the user. |
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| A common output device that displays information processed by the computer on a screen for the user to view. |
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| An output device that puts out a hard, tangible copy of the information displayed on the monitor, usually on a type of a paper. |
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| An audio output device, it sends out information that has been processed by the computer in audio form. |
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