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| Application Software | Software designed to meet the user’s need; performs a specific task. |
| CD-ROM | A compact disk that reads only memory |
| CD-ROM Drive | A device that stores and retrieves information from a CD |
| Computer | An electronic device that receives data, processes data, stores data, and produces a result. |
| Computer Case | The metal and plastic case that houses the main system components of the computer. |
| CPU | Central Processing Unit; the brain of the computer. |
| Data | Text, numbers, sounds, and images entered into the computer to be processed. |
| Database | A program that helps you manage large collections of information; an electronic filing system. |
| Desktop Computer | Designed to be small enough to be used on a desktop. |
| Dot Matrix Printer | Uses dots to form words and images on paper. |
| DVD Disc | An optical disc used to store movies with high speed vides and sound quality |
| Floppy Disk | A storage device; most common size is 3 ½ and is sometimes called a disk |
| Floppy Drive | A device that stores and retrieves information on floppy disks. |
| Hard Drive | A device inside the computer that holds information such as software and files. |
| Hard Copy | A printed copy of output |
| Hardware | The physical parts of a computer. |
| IPOS | Input, Processing, Output, Storage |
| Inkjet Printer | Sprays ink through small holes to from words and images on paper. |
| Input | The process of entering information into a computer. |
| Input Device | Hardware that allows you to enter information into a computer. |
| Keyboard | Contains numbers, letters, symbols, and function keys; looks like a typewriter. |
| Laser Printer | Uses light beams and toner to form words and images on paper |
| Operating System Software | Controls the operation of a computer; also called operating system software. |
| Laptop Computer | Designed to be small enough to be used on your lap. |
| Monitor | Screen that displays information such as text, numbers, and images |
| Mouse | A hand-held device used to select and move items on a screen. |
| Notebook/Tablet | Designed to be used on a desktop but still small enough to be portable. |
| Output | Displays the results of processing. |
| Output Device | Hardware that allows your computer to communicate with the user. |
| Peripherals | Devices attached to a computer to expand its ability to perform more tasks, |
| Printer | A device that produces a paper copy of information from a computer. This copy is called a hard copy. |
| Processing | When the computer processes data |
| Processing Device | A device used to process data; the CPU |
| Scanner | Sends data, often photos, to a computer to make a hard copy. |
| Speakers | Allow you to hear voice, music, and other sounds from your computer. |
| Storage | A device that holds data. |
| Storage Device | Allows you to store and retrieve data |
| Soft Copy | A machine readable form of data displayed on a screen. |
| Software | Programs that tell the computer what to do. |
| Spreadsheet | A program that has numbered rows and lettered columns used to manage, analyze, and present financial information. |
| Word Processing Software | A program that allows you to create, edit, and print text documents. |
