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14 Cards in this Set
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Computer
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is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory
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Hardware
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: the mechanical electric, and electronic components of a computer
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Input Device
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Allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer (keyboard)
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Output Device
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Hardware component that conveys information to one or more people (monitor)
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System Unit:
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Case that contains the electronic components of the computer that are used to process data (box)
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Storage Device
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Holds data, instructions, and information for future use (usb flash drive)
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Communications Device
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Enables a computer to send and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers or mobile devices (wireless router)
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Green computing
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: involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer
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Network:
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is a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media (fsu internet)
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Internet
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is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals
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Software
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(AKA program) tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them (microsoft word)
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Server
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controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on a network
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Mainframe
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is a large, expensive, powerful computer that can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously (the biggest box)
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embedded computer
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is a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product (cruise control)
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