Computer Basics Vocabulary

Which device is an example of an input device?

Which is an example of software?

an optical device that reads a printed page converts it into a graphics image for the computer

Machinery on a computer. Ex. monitor, mouse, keyboard, etc.

a device that converts computer output into printed images

Translate binary coded information from the processor into analog info you can understand.

the standard english language typewriter keyboard

a memory chip that permanently stores instructions and data

Numerical representation of information using 1s and 0s.

the computing part of the computer

the primary pointing device on a desktop computer

a subdivision of a storage device from the user’s perspective

Instructions for the computer. Ex: programs, internet browser, games, etc

a set of input keys on a personal computer or computer terminal

an electronic device that processes data according to a set of instructions stored internally

the layout of a graphical user interface (GUI), simulates a physical desktop

the main memory in a computer, smartphone or tablet

a storage device comprised of flash memory chips

Which is an example of hardware?

Which device is an example of an output device?

Translate the analog info you enter into binary code so that the processor can understand.

a computer system in a network that is shared by multiple users