Section 1: Computer Systems
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Computer System | the configuration that includes all functional componets of a computer, including an input device, processing unit, memory and storage, and output device. |
| Hardware | the physical elements of a computer system. |
| Software | the instructions that run the computer system. |
| Computer Network | a group of computers such as those in businesses & schools that are linked together so users can share hardware, software, & data. |
| Central Processing Unit (CPU) | the control center of the computer. |
| Program | a series of detailed, step-by-step instructions that tell the computer what functions to complete. |
| Computer Language | a system of letters, words, numbers, & symbols used to communicate with a computer. |
| Operating system software | a computer program that translates commands & allows application programs to interact with the computer's hardware. |
| Application software | programs that perform specific tasks such as word processing, database management, or accounting. |
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