| A | B |
| wordwrap | automatically moves test down to the next line when the current line is full |
| computer interface | the means by which users get information and gives commands to the computer |
| output | An example is hard copy |
| processing | how data is changed or used |
| acceptable use policies | rules regarding the use of computers |
| computer | machine that changes & stores data |
| password | secure series of letters/numbers that identify user |
| operating system | software that controls the basic operations of computer |
| input | refers to the way your give data to a computer |
| software | programs that give instructions to a computer |
| desktop | An on-screen work area on which icons, menus, and dialog boxes appear |
| distribution | sending information to the people who need it |
| application programs | software that helps users perform tasks |
| storage | saving data for later use |
| microprocessor | small circuit board that controls all work done by the computer |
| information processing | when the computer puts facts or numbers in a meaningul form |
| hardware | physical parts of a computer |
| digital device | Share data in electronic form (streams of the digits 1 & 0) |
| personal computer | A small computer designed for an individual user |