Computer Basics

2. connect to the computer using a standard USB interface
3. binary digits that correspond to one of two potential values
6. instructions specifying the steps necessary to complete certain tasks
12. communicates with the CPU using lower-speed circuitry
14. vast international network of computers
15. the physical components of a computer
18. carries out programmatic steps in order to process data
19. collection of programs that controls how the CPU, memory, and I/O devices work together to execute programs

1. simplifies the process of viewing files and executing programs using intuitive visual elements
4. allow the computer to receive data and instructions from an external source, including keyboards, mice, and microphones
5. a device that receives, stores, and processes information
7. electronic components wired together to control the flow of electrical signals
8. utilizes high-speed circuitry to provide extremely fast access to data
9. manages the CPU’s operation by controling how data and instructions are reloaded from memory and accessed by the CPU
10. collection of software that spans the Internet and enables the interlinked over the Internet
11. a collection of 8 bits that is capable of representing 2^8=256 different values
13. circuit board containing the hardware components
15. represents a connection to another page and is usually displayed in a Web page as colored, underlined text
16. allow the computer to display or broadcast its results, including monitors, printers, and speakers
17. a small, portable device that integrates all of the computer components into one unit