| Term | Definition |
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CPU |
Central Processing Unit - All calculations and processes carried out here. |
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RAM |
Random Access memory |
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ROM |
Read Only Memory |
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CD |
Compact Disk |
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DVD |
Digital Versatile Disk |
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Peripheral Device |
Is anything that can be connected and integrated with a computer. Eg. Printer scanner, Copier |
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Input Device |
Any Device that can be used to transfer data onto a computer. |
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Output device |
Any device that can present information Out of a computer Eg. Monitor, speakers, Headfones. |
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Four main Tasks in computing |
Input, Processing, Storage and output |
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Software |
A set of instructions given to a computer for the hardware to function, you cannot see, hear or touch software as it stored as an electrical impulse. |
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hardware |
Things you can hear, touch and see that allow the computer to function properly. |