Computer Basics

Any part of your computer that has a physical structure, (keyboard or mouse); includes computer's internal parts.

Each website has a unique address, called a __________.

Allows you to access the Internet.(Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari.)

Any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.

Small openings on a computer that allow you to connect things to your computer, like a printer, keyboard, or mouse.

Where software, documents, & other files are stored. Long-term storage, data saved even if you turn computer off.

Works with a video card to display images and text on the screen.

Output device that sends information from the computer to the user—in this case, they allow you to hear sound and music

Commonly known as a pointing device, the ________ lets you point to objects on the screen, click on them, and move them.

Application that allows you to write letters, design flyers, & create many other documents.(Microsoft Word, Google Docs)

System's short-term memory. Temporarily stores the data here until needed. Disappears when the computer is turned off.

Software designed to damage your computer/gain unauthorized access to personal information.(Viruses, worms, spyware)

Science of equipment design. How specific equipment usage & placement reduce user's discomfort & increase productivity.

Located inside the computer case on the motherboard. Sometimes called the brain of the computer. Carry out commands.

Most important software that runs on a computer. Manages the computer's memory, processes, software and hardware.

A specialized website that's designed to help you find other websites by typing keywords or phrases. (Google, Bing)

One of the main ways to communicate with a computer. QWERTY is the standard English-language layout.

Prevents you from accidentally deleting files. When you delete a file, it is moved here and you can move the file back.

Computer's main circuit board that holds the CPU, memory, & connects the hard drive, optical drives, & expansion cards.

An electronic device that manipulates information, or data. It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.