BASIC COMPUTER TERMS

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  1. 4. The physical components of a computer system, including the central processing unit (CPU), memory (RAM), storage devices (hard disk drive, solid-state drive), input devices (keyboard, mouse), output devices (monitor, printer), and peripherals (such as USB drives and external hard drives).
  2. 5. A peripheral device used to display or output processed data from a computer system. Examples include monitors, printers, speakers, and projectors.
  3. 6. System software that manages hardware resources, provides a user interface, and facilitates communication between software applications and the computer hardware. Examples include Windows, macOS, Linux, and iOS.
  4. 8. A peripheral device used to provide data and commands to a computer system. Common input devices include keyboards, mice, touchpads, trackballs, scanners, and microphones.
  5. 10. Programs, instructions, and data that control the operation of a computer system. Software includes operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.
  6. 11. An external device connected to a computer to enhance its functionality or provide additional input/output capabilities. Peripherals include printers, scanners, external hard drives, USB flash drives, and network adapters.
  7. 12. A software application used to access and view information on the World Wide Web. Popular web browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Opera.
  8. 14. Random ______ Memory (RAM)
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  1. 1. A programmable electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data to perform various tasks according to instructions provided by software.
  2. 2. The main circuit board of a computer system that houses the CPU, RAM, expansion slots, connectors, and other essential components. The motherboard provides the electrical connections and communication pathways between different hardware components.
  3. 3. A storage device that uses rotating magnetic disks to store and retrieve digital data. HDDs provide non-volatile storage for the operating system, software applications, and user files.
  4. 7. A collection of computers and other devices connected together to share resources, communicate, and exchange data.
  5. 9. Central _______ Unit (CPU)
  6. 13. A storage device that uses flash memory to store data persistently. SSDs are faster, more durable, and less prone to mechanical failure than traditional HDDs, making them popular for improving computer performance and boot times.