| A | B |
|---|
| Hardware | Physical parts of a computer system |
| Computer Case | Contains the major components of the computer, such as the CPU |
| Memory | For storing or remembering instructions |
| Disk Drive | For reading or storing information on computer disks |
| CD ROM | A compact disk that reads only memory |
| Laser Printer | Uses light beams to form words and images on paper |
| Hard Copy | A printed copy of output |
| File | A document stored on a disk |
| Modem | A device that connects the computer to a telephone line |
| RAM | Random Access Memory-temporary storage |
| ROM | Read Only Memory-permanent storage |
| Soft Copy | Output that is not in printed form |
| Virus Protector | A program that protects a computer from damage |
| Network | A system of computers linked together to share information and hardware |
| Input Device | Hardware that allows you to communicate with your computer, such as a keyboard |
| Output Device | Hardware that allows your computer to communicate with you, such as a monitor |
| Storage Device | Hardware that allows you to store information, such as a hard drive |
| Keyboard | A common input device that allows you to communicate with a computer, uses letters, numbers, etc. |
| Mouse | A hand-held input device used by rolling it on a flat surface, etc. |
| Booting | Process of powering on the computer system and loading the operating system into memory |
| Operating System | Software that manages basic processes within the computer |
| DOS | Disk Operating System-every computer has it |
| POST | Power On System Test-programs executed during booting that search for hardware, etc. |
| Taskbar | Horizontal gray bar on the desktop that displays a Start button |
| Desktop | Windows background, displays icons, taskbar, menus,windows,etc. |
