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| Computer | a machine that follows a set of instructions to change and store data |
| Digital Device | those that share data in electronic form (0 and 1) |
| Hardware | the computer case, keyboard, mouse and monitor |
| Software | gives instructions to a computer |
| Information processing | putting facts and numbers into a meaningful form |
| Input | refers to the way yo 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 |
| storage | refers to saving the data for later use. |
| distribution | refers to sending information to the people who need it |
| personal computer | a small computer designed for use by an individual user |
| Microcomputer | a small circuit board that controls all work done by the computer |
| peripherals | Printers, digital tablets, and anything attached to your computer |
| operating system | software that controls the basic operations of a computer |
| Application software | software that helps you perform tasks |
