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Computer Hardware Part 1 - 3

These flash cards cover the first three units on computer hardware.

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ComputerAn electronic device that is programme
MouseInput device
Printeroutput device
Dot Matrix PinterActually strikes paper. Uses pins to hit ribbon to make characters on paper.
DataRaw facts entered into a computer.
InformationThe result of data processing.
Computer ProgramA list of instructions written in a special language that the computer understands. It tells the computer which operations to perform and in what sequence to perform them.
ProgramSince a computer cannot solve problems on its own it must be provided with instructions in the form of a computer program.
Bar Code ReaderReads lines printed on a product that represents data. The lines are called the UPC-Universal Product Code
ScannerDevice that lets you input text or other images into a computer memory.
Track ballA stationary mouse.
Computer SystemThe computer all the items (peripherals) attached to it.
keyboardMost common type of input device, all have four main parts.Typewriter Keys Function Keys Functional Keys Numerical Keys
Laser PrinterUser toner and laser light to create a printed copy.
bitbinary digit
byte8 bits
kilo byte1,000 bytes
pixelpicture element
Light penpointing device shaped like a pen. Used to select areas on the screen
Monochrome MonitorProduces only a two color display. Usually green letters on a black background.



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