| A | B |
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| data | facts and information you give your computer when instructions are carried out |
| file | a collection of stored information |
| software | programs that operate on your computer |
| systems software | programs that deal with how the computer functions |
| operating system | program which controls and monitors the working of the computer system and its hardware |
| anti virus software | a utility program that scans your computer and disks for viruses and removes them |
| virus | software designed to damage your computer or email system |
| word processor | application that is designed to create letter and reports |
| spreadsheet | application used to handle numbers and do calculations |
| database | application used to store and organise large amounts of information in elctronic form |
| utility program | an add-on program that works with the operating system to provide extra functions or options |
| vector graphics | application used to draw pictures made up of shapes |
| MS Windows | the operting system on a PC |
| MacOS | the operating system on a macintosh computer |
| program | a list of instructions for the computer to follow |
| file management system | part of OS that organises files held on backing storage |
| memory management system | part of OS that organises files in RAM |
| ROM | type of mempry that holds permanent part of the operating system |
| RAM | part of memory that holds programs and data being worked on |
| bit mapped graphics | application used to for painting or editing photographs |
