IC3 Computer Fundamentals All Answers Correct

IC3 Computer Fundamentals All Answers Correct Input ️The data that is entered into a computer. Processing ️The manipulation of data by a microprocessor or embedded processor according to instructions given to it by a program or embedded in the chip itself. Storage ️In computing, any device in which (or on which) information is stored. Output ️The computer generated information that is displayed to the user in some discernible form such as a screen display, printed page, or sound. Hardware ️The physical parts of the computer system that you can touch and feel such as the keyboard, monitor, and computer case. Software ️The programs and data that make computer hardware function. Microprocessor ️The main processing unit of a computer or information processing device; the "brains" of the machine carrying out instructions, performing calculations, and interacting with the components used to operate the computer. Binary ️Numbering system of 1s and 0s; these two unique number represent the charged or uncharged nature of electricity. RAM ️The memory that is available on a computer for storing data and programs currently being processed. It is automatically erased when the power is turned off. ROM ️Stored permanent systems instructions, which are never changed; it holds its contents even when the power is turned off. Hard Drive ️The main device that a computer uses to store information. Optical Drive ️used to store computer or media data. Common formats include, CD RW, DVD, HD DVD and Blu-ray. Removable Media ️A portable device allowing for the storage of computer data. Data ️An item or items of information. Media ️The physical material (whether it be paper, hard disk, CD-ROM, DVD, or anything similar) used for storing computer-based information. Download ️To transfer files or data from one computer to another. To receive files Upload ️To transmit or give files Keyboard ️Primary tool for inputting data; include alphabetic keys, numeric keys, direction keys, and special function keys. Name three common input devices. ️keyboard, mouse, microphone Device driver ️Mini program that enables communication between the operating system and the device. Support agreement ️Agreement that can extend the life of the computer Software ️Everything that makes a computer run, including operating systems, programming software, and application programs Bus ️Internal device that connects hardware to the motherboard.