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| COMPUTER | an electronic machine accepts data, processes it according to instructions & provides results |
| hardware | the physical devices that make up the computer |
| software | programs that tell a computer what to do. |
| networks | computers that have been connected so that data can be transmitted between them. |
| input devices | tools from which the computer can accept data such as keyboard, mosue or disk drives. |
| memory | chips inside the computer where data can be stored electronically- 2 types RAM & ROM |
| ROM | contains the basic operationg instructions for the computer. It is permanent and cannot be changed |
| RAM | temporary memory where data & instructions can be stored. Data here can be changed or erased and when the computer is turned off, any data stored is lost. |
| CPU | a chip inside the computer that processes data and controls the flow of data between the computer's other units. It is here that the computer makes decisions. |
| Output devices | a device that displays or stores proessed data. (Monitors and printers) |
| USB | an input device that allows you to save your data. |
| Applications=Software | commercially produced programs written by professional programmers to perform specific applications or tasks. |
| Scanner | an input device that allows you to copy a document to the computer. |
| Printer | an output device that allows you to duplicate your work |
| Monitor | the screen that allows you to view where you are on the computer |
| Word | a word processor that allows you to enter text from the keyboard. |
| Excel | a spreadsheet that stores numerical data and can be used for calculations |
| CD-ROM drive | the drive on the computer that allows you to input or output your work. |
| intranet | an organizations information center within the web |
| internet | the worlds informaiton center for the worldwide web |
