Hardware
Software
Network
Devices
Computers
100
This holds all of the major computing components for a computer.
What is the tower?
100
This type of software controls the activities and sets the rules for the computer.
What is the operating system?
100
Linked computers and data.
What is a network?
100
Provides data to the end user.
What is an output device?
100
A computer generally accessed by one individual at a time.
What is a PC or personal computer?
200
The TV-like screen--an output device.
What is the monitor?
200
This computer software is used to search for information on the World Wide Web.
What is a browser?
200
Network access without a physical connection.
What is wireless?
200
Provides data to the computer.
What is an input device?
200
A small portable computer.
What is a laptop?
300
The main board that hosts adapter cards, memory and buses.
What is the mother board?
300
Software that runs on top of the operating system that interfaces with the end user.
What is an Application or App?
300
A 12 digit address formatted 192.168.###.### that is assigned to a computer for network identification.
What is an IP address?
300
Temporary data storage accessed by a running program.
What is RAM or Random Access Memory?
300
The pictures on the desktop that represent software, files and folders.
What are icons?
400
The adapter that connects the computer to the monitor and can be upgraded for video games.
What is the video adapter?
400
The part of the computer system that interfaces with the user but cannot be touched.
What is software?
400
A computer with resources accessed by many individuals.
What is a server?
400
A device in the tower used for long term storage.
What is a hard drive?
400
The main component that performs all of the processing. Also known as a microprocessor.
What is the CPU - Central Processing Unit?
500
This piece of hardware is used to cool chips in the computer.
What is a fan or heat sync?
500
Software hosted from a remote location that is accessed through the internet.
What is cloud based software?
500
A computer program designed to allow a user to interact easily with the computer using pictures, icons and menus.
What is a GUI (Graphical User Interface)?
500
A small device used to store data for personal use that can be accessed by other computers and portable devices.
What is a flash drive or USB?
500
Computer storage is measured by this unit.
What is a byte?
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