| A | B |
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| BIOS | wakes up computer and reminds it what to do |
| directory | another name for a folder |
| hard drive | stores non-essential parts of the OS |
| Windows | most common OS for PC's |
| program | set of instructions that tell the computer how to perform a specific task |
| software | another term for program |
| translator | programs that allow people to use a computer without knowing computer language |
| programming | using bits and bytes in code |
| installing | copying a program onto your computer's hard drive |
| programmers | people who write code to create programs |
| download | copying a file/program from the internet |
| desktop publishing | program to make a school newsletter |
| spreadsheet | program to balance your checkpoint |
| database | program to make a address list |
| BASIC | computer programming language |
| application software | programs to complete a specific task |
| binary code | language that computers understand |
| byte | 8 bits of information |
| bit | short for binary digit |
| binary digit | smallest unit of measurement in a file |
| graphical user interface | program that uses graphics to help the user use it |
| operating system | large program that controls communication between CPU and hardware |
| recycle bin | trash can |
| task bar | contains the start menu, clock |
| icon | small picture that links to a file, program |
| title bar | contains the name of the program or file |
| scroll bar | allows you to window contents up or down |
| windows | large OS on PC's |
| wallpaper | backdrop on your screen |
| tool bar | contains commands for common tasks |
| start menu | contains basic operations such as run, shut down, find/search |
| control panel | important system controls such as printers, monitor settings |
| desktop | background screen for all programs and the icons to access them |
| files | a document, picture, or collection of data |
| folders | a storage location of files; helps organize files |
| path | location of a file/folder on a hard drive |
| address | path of a file/folder |
| essential OS | necessary files stored on ROM |
