Computer Basics Vocabulary

1. The name for input and output devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or monitor.
3. Software that allows the user to access the basic functions of a computer.
5. This is the abbreviation for gigahertz, which is how the speed of a CPU is measured.
6. This is the operating system used on all Mac computers. It was created by the Apple company.
8. This is the long-term memory of a computer. This is where the user stores files and programs for future use.
10. This type of device connects to a computer and allows information to be given to the computer.
11. This is the abbreviation for random-access memory, or the computer's short-term memory. It deletes when the computer is shut down.
13. Computers that connect to other computers in order to share software or hardware resources.
14. This is the abbreviation for megabyte, which is a measurement of how much data (or bytes) a computer can store.
16. This type of device connects to a computer and allows information to be received by the user from the computer.
17. The printed circuit board that is connected to all of the components of a computer.

2. Another name for a program, software, or app that allows the user to perform a task with a computer.
4. This is the abbreviation for megahertz, which is how the speed of a CPU is measured.
5. This is the abbreviation for gigabyte, which is a measurement of how much data (or bytes) a computer can store.
7. The physical components of a computer system.
9. This type of software is used to keep the computer running smoothly. Examples include anti-virus or backup software.
12. An electrical device for storing and processing data.
13. The programs (instructions) used by a computer.
15. This is the central processing unit, which is the component that all computer data is processed through.
17. The operating system used on most PCs. Our lab computers are using the last version of this operating system.