Computer Basics
A machine that processes information using instructions.
Computer
The physical parts of a computer that you can touch.
Hardware
Programs and applications that run on a computer.
Software
The step where a computer receives information from the user.
Input
The global system of connected computers that allows people to share information worldwide.
The Internet
The smallest unit of digital information, represented as 0 or 1.
Bit
This hardware device is commonly used to type information into a computer.
Keyboard
This type of software manages hardware and allows other programs to run.
Operating System
The step where the computer shows results to the user.
Output
A secret word or phrase used to access accounts.
Password
Computers use this number system based on only 0 and 1.
Binary System
This component temporarily stores data that the CPU is currently using.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Microsoft Word, Photoshop, and Chrome are examples of.
Applications (Apps)
The step where the computer performs calculations or operations on data.
Processing
This technology allows phones or laptops to connect to the internet without cables.
Wi-Fi
The “brain” of the computer that performs calculations and processing.
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
This device displays visual output from a computer.
Monitor
A mistake or problem in a program’s code.
Bug
The step where data is saved for later use.
Storage
A famous search engine used to find information online.
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
Program
The component that stores data long-term, like files and programs.
Hard Drive, SSD
The process of finding and fixing errors in a program.
Debugging
A keyboard, mouse, and microphone are examples of these types of devices.
Input Devices
The small picture or symbol representing an app on a device.
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