| A | B |
|---|
| hardware | physical components that make up the computer |
| application software | word processing, spreadsheet, database management, presentation |
| system software | computer programs designed to manage basic operations |
| input device | used to enter information in the computer |
| output device | displays or prints information produced by a computer |
| storage | the device that stores data |
| CPU | central processing unit |
| electronic spreadsheet | software packages used to create financial statements using mathematical calculations |
| scanner | used like a copy machine to allow information to be input into the computer |
| ROM | a type of memory that is used to store permanent data |
