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| Storage | A device that holds data until needed. |
| Laser Printer | Uses light beams and toner to form words and images on paper |
| CD-ROM | A compact disc that reads only memory. |
| DVD Disc | An optical disc used to store movies with high speed video and sound quality. |
| Hard Copy | A printed copy of output. |
| Keyboard | Contains letters, numbers, symbols, and function keys, like a typewriter. |
| Data | Text, numbers, sounds, and images entered into the computer to be processed. |
| Disk | A storage device; most common size is 3 ½ and is sometimes called a floppy disk. |
| CPU | Central Processing Unit; the brain of the computer. |
| Computer | An electronic device that receives, processes, stores, and outputs data. |
| Notebook Computer | Designed to be used on a desktop but still small enough to be portable |
| Inkjet Printer | Sprays ink through small holes to form words and images on paper. |
| Scanner | Sends data, often photos, to a computer to make a hard copy. |
| Soft Copy | Is the copy that you see on the monitor. |
| Virus Protection Software | A program that protects a computer from computer viruses. |
| Dot Matrix Printer | Uses dots to form words and images on paper |
| Laptop Computer | Designed to be small enough to be used on your lap. |
| Peripherals | Devices attached to a computer to expand its ability to perform more tasks. |
| Desktop Computer | Designed to be small enough to be used on a desktop. |
| Mouse | Device that controls the cursor on your computer screen. |
