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| computer | Machine that follows a set of instructions to change and store data |
| leader | A person who guides, directs, or commands |
| hardware | Physical parts of a computer |
| software | Programs that give instructions to a computer |
| storage | Refers to saving the data for later use |
| input | Refers to the way you give data to a computer |
| processing | Refers to how data is changed or used. |
| output | Refers to the way you get data from a computer |
| distribution | Refers to sending information to the people who need it |
| information processing | Putting facts or numbers into a meaningful form |
| personal computer | A small computer designed for an individual user |
| microprocessor | Small circuit board that controls all work done by the computer |
| peripherals | Devices that can work with a computer |
| operating system | Software that controls basic operations of the computer |
| digital device | Shares data in electronic form (streams of the digits 1 and 0) |
| login name | A series of letters and/or numbers that identify the user to the computer |
| password | A secure series of letters and/or numbers the user uses to gain access to a computer |
| computer interface | The means by which users get information and give commands to the computer |
| desktop | An on-screen work area on which windows, icons, menus, and dialog boxes appear |
| wordwrap | A feature that automatically moves text down to the next line when the current line becomes full |
| acceptable use policies | Rules regarding the use of the computers that are set by the school |
| business | An entity that sells or rents products or services |
| income | Money a business receives for products or services |
| profit | The amount of income that remains after expenses are paid |
| expenses | Items for which money is paid, such as rent, utilities, or labor |
| check | A written order to a bank to make a payment from an account |
| application programs | Software that helps users perform tasks |
