Computer Definitions 1
Computer memory that stores programs or data that cannot be added to, modified or deleted.
ROM (Read-Only Memory)
Where the computer's RAM is installed.
DIMM sockets
One thousand GB (Gigabytes) or one trillion bytes.
Terabyte (TB)
In what decade was the Internet developed?
1960s
Internet Protocol (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
The main circuit board or logic board of your computer. Various memory components attach to it, and it includes controllers for various devices.
Motherboard
For adding graphic cards, sound cards, and other extra cards for specific purposes.
Expansion Card Slots
1000 bytes
Kilobyte (KB)
The Internet began as part of a program with which group?
ARPA (Advanced Research Projects Agency) which was a project from the Department of Defense.
The primary component of computer that processes instructions. It runs the operating system and applications, processes the data, and produces output.
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
Al the programs that help a computer function.
System Software
One thousand Megabytes (MB) or one billion bytes.
Gigabyte (GB)
In what decade was e-mail developed?
1970s
The main memory in a computer. Temporary workspace where instructions are executed and data are processed.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
All the programs you can use to perform a task.
Application software
Eight (8) bits
bit= binary digit
byte
What are the two most common types of computer networks?
WAN (Wide Area Network) and
LAN (Local Area Network)
A coding system using the digits 0 and 1 to represent a letter, digit, or other character in a computer or other electronic device.
Binary Code
An integrated circuit that contains all the functions of a central processing unit.
Microprocessor
One thousand Kilobytes (KB) or one million bytes.
Megabyte (MB)
What became popular in the 1990's and allowed people to have one-on-one conversations through the Internet?
Instant Messaging