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Directs the operations of the CPU itself to include input and output and responsible for interpreting, instruction

A bus that allows data to flow one bit at a time

Small areas within the CPU used to store temporary results and control data

The portion of the CPU performs all arithmetic and logical operations

Memory that loses its contents once power is lossed or removed

Volatile primary memory that serves as a temporary electrical storage space for instructions and data

These can break the integrity of a system witch eventually leads to problems.

Executed by a user or another program and attaches itself to a file's internal code, altering it to achieve an effect

Operate and maintain the computer system

What is the name of the enclosure that houses all the computers components

Output external interface that helps provide video output through a display device

Provides tables for holding information; it looks a lot like an accounting ledger

The miniature back bone to "sequential logic and electronic memory"

The chip or circuit that provides the timing signals which synchronize all operations of the motherboard

Computer that provides services and information to other hosts on a netowork

An electrical circuit that links one device to another

Allows users to transmit and receive messages over communication networks

Heart and brain of the computer and performs the basic operations of the system, exchanges data with the system's memory

OS Designed for high end systems

This is measured in width x height

Allows users to interact with the computer in a user- friendly way and also install additional software

OS created by Linus Torvalds a clone of UNIX made to mimic its form and function but it's is completely independent

The first system software a computer runs. Initializes communication with all hardware devices and performs a POST

Undesired effects cause by programs or parts of programs created with the intent to damage

The closest available memory for the CPU

The Bus with a Specified physical address for data

PC that's portable and suitable for traveling

In this internal storage device there are no moving mechanical components, it uses special IC's similar to flash memory

Disk drive that uses electromagnetic waves as part of its data reading and writing program

PC with more powerful processors, faster memory with greater space, and intense graphics capabilities

The number of bits that can be transfered regardless of whether the bus works in serial or parallel

Serial interface standard for alternating external I/O devices to computer, connects using a single standardized socket

What data is a collection of unorganized facts

OS Interface that provides pictures rather than just characters to represent options, programs, and parts of programs

This internernal device Converts AC into DC to supply the power needed to run all components in a computer system

Memory that doesn't lose its content; it is permanent until deliberately removed

A Software application for locating, retriving, and viewing information from a remote or distant server computer

Most popular OS for consumers

Set of instructions to put a computer to work. It tells the computer what to do and when to do it

This Computer helps scientists by processing immense calculations

Uses a moving arm-magnet magnetically writes the data on rapidly rotating the circular platters with magnetic surfaces

Standard that defines the connection of storage devices such as drives

Computer geared towards the average consumer for personal use

Allows you to enter text into a document

The Bus that transfers or carries the actual data from the CPU to primary memory peripheral devices and secondary memory

Bus that allows data to flow several bits traveling together or simultaneously traveling group

Type of malicious code that will have the capability to replicate and travel without human action

Collection of wires through which the data transmits from one part of a computer to another, are the back bone of I/O

What is data used in today's computing is composed of 8 bits

What internal Component is the Main circuit board for logical data processing and establish control for all peripherals

OS Interface that gives the user a list of commands from which to choose

The Bus that carries commands to and from the CPU to all devices to the motherboard

Organized data so it can be easily accessed, managed, and updated

Most utilized types of secondary memory for computer systems are

OS Installed on every Apple computer

Non volatile memory that can be electronically erased and reprogrammed

Serves as the interface between the motherboard and drive

Non volatile memory that serves as a permanent storage for a computer system

An internal I/O interface socket on the motherboard that attaches additional circuit boards

Serial interface standard design used to connect internal hardware devices to a computer's motherboard

The three types of Operating System Interfaces are

Portable device that plugs into a specific port and stored data using ROM technology

Software written for a unique and specific purpose

Known as chips or micro chips. Solid state devices capable of processing and storing data

The Basic I/O buses are

What is an electronic or mechanical device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory

External interfaces that connect speakers or headsets to output sounds

Replicating malicious logic that disguises itself as one type of application but carries out another set of instructions

A Device that receives two inputs and provides only one output is called

Computer performs critical tasks that involve bulk data processing like transaction processing and banking transactions

What are the steps of the Information process cycle

Memory is fast enough to keep up with the speed demands of microprocessors

PC designed to stay on desk and not designed for portability

Programmable integrates circuit that contains all or most of the functions of a CPU of a computer

Means of which a computer stores data

Low-level program that allows the OS to control devices. Works between raw I/O data devices

Manages a computers hardware and software

OS Interface that the user makes request to the system by typing commands at a prompt

Non volatile memory the CPU can read but not change as easily. Typically soldered to some type of logic board

This is a Unit of measurement expressed as either a 0 or 1 in binary code