vocabulary
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The brain of the computer where most calculations take place.
Operating System (OS)
System software that manages hardware and software resources (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
Motherboard
The main circuit board that connects all components of a computer.
System Software
Software designed to provide a platform for other software (e.g., device drivers, utilities).
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Temporary storage that provides space for the computer to read and write data to be accessed by the CPU quickly.
Hard Drive (HDD)
A storage device used to store data permanently
Firmware
Permanent software programmed into a hardware device.
Cloud Computing
Software and services that run on the Internet instead of locally on a computer (e.g., Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive).
Input Devices
Devices that allow users to interact with a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse).
Output Devices
Devices that allow the computer to communicate with the user (e.g., monitor, printer).
Peripheral Devices
External devices that provide additional functionality (e.g., scanners, webcams).
Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Converts electrical power to a form usable by the computer.
Cooling System
Components such as fans or liquid cooling systems to prevent overheating.
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
Handles rendering of images, videos, and animations.
Network Interface Card (NIC)
Allows a computer to connect to a network.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
A standard for connecting peripherals to a computer.
Monitor
The visual output device for displaying information.
Printer
A device that converts digital information into physical copies.
Database Software
Software for managing and organizing data (e.g., Microsoft Access, Oracle).
Spreadsheet Software
Software designed for data organization and calculation (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets).
Presentation Software
Programs for creating slide-based presentations (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint, Prezi).
Web Browser
Software used to access the Internet (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox).
Email Client
Software for sending and receiving emails (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Thunderbird).
Antivirus Software
Programs designed to detect and remove malware.
Multimedia Software
Programs for creating and editing multimedia content (e.g., VLC Media Player, Adobe Premiere).