Computer Basics
Programs
Basic IT Vocabulary
Parts of a Computer
New Words
100

What is the “brain” of the computer that performs calculations?

The CPU (Central Processing Unit)

100

What do we call a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do?

A program.

100

What do we call a mistake in a program?

A bug

100

What is the main board inside a computer called?

The motherboard.

100

Developer

разработчик

200

What device shows pictures and information on the screen?

The monitor. 


200

What program do you use to search for information on the Internet?

A web browser.

200

What do we call fixing errors in a program?

Debugging.

200

What part of the computer cools down the CPU?

A fan (cooling fan)

200

Application

приложение 

300

What device do you use to type text?

The keyboard.

300

What program is used to write and edit text documents?

 A word processor (text editor).

300

What does “login” mean?

Entering your username and password to access an account.

300

What part supplies power to all computer components?

The power supply.

300

Backup

                       резервное копирование

400

What device do you use to move the cursor on the screen?

The mouse.

400

What is the main software that controls the computer?

The operating system.

400

What do we call secret information used to protect an account?

A password

400

What device stores data using electricity and has no moving parts?

An SSD

400

Engeener

инженер

500

What type of memory stores data only while the computer is on?

RAM (Random Access Memory)

500

What do we call a small picture that represents a program on the screen?

An icon

500

What do we call updating software to a newer version?

An update (or upgrade).

500

What part allows you to hear sound from the computer?

Speakers (or sound card)

500

Configuration

Конфигурация