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Components of a Computer System

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Computer Systemthe computer along with any software and peripheral devices that are necessary to make the computer function
Peripheralsadditional hardware that isn't necessary for a computer to function, but does enhance how the computer can be used (e.g., scanner, webcam, microphone, pen tablet)
Storage Deviceexternal hardware used to store and retrieve data, such as a disk drive, CD/DVD drive, or flash drive
Operating Systemsystem software that acts as a "go-between", allowing computer hardware and other software to communicate with each other (e.g., Windows 8, Mac OS 10.7, Linux, Unix, etc.)
Folderan organizational element of a computer operating system used to group files
Documenta computer file containing information input by a computer user and usually created with an application
Renameto change the title of a document
Deleteto erase a document from a computer
Word Processingthe use of software application to create, edit, format, print and save text-based documents, such as letters, reports, and memos
Spreadsheeta grid of rows and columns containing numbers, text, and formulas used to perform calculations
Databasea collection of organized data that allows access, retrieval, and use of data
Presentationan application that allows the user to create and save slides to use as a slide show


Stuttgart Jr. High
Stuttgart, AR

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