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| computer | a machine that follows a set of instructions to change and store data |
| Digital device | stores data in electronic form |
| Hardware | The physical parts of a machine |
| Software | gives instructions to the computer (a computer program) |
| Information processing | putting facts and numbers into meaningful form |
| Input | refers to the way you give data to a computer |
| output | refers to the way you get information out of a computer |
| processing | data that is changed or used |
| Distribution | sending information to people who need it |
| Storage | saving data for future use |
| personal computer | a small computer designed for an individual user |
