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| barcode | A series of lines (bars) and spaces placed on items to help identify them |
| barcode scanner | A special-purpose device that reads barcodes and translates them into numbers. |
| database | A group of records that each contain a collection of information. |
| handwriting recognition software | An application that examines handwriting and converts it into text. |
| laptop computer | A portable computer about the size of a briefcase, designed to be placed on a person's lap. |
| notebook computer | A slim, lightweight, portable computer about the size of a notebook. |
| personal digital assistant (PDA) | A small, cordless electronic device used to manage personal information. Also called a handheld. |
| stylus | A pen-shaped pointing device used to enter data. |
| tablet computer | A portable computer about the size of a tablet that uses a stylus and does not have a lid. |
| touch screen | A specially designed display that allows you to write or draw on the screen. |
