Computer Basics

The metal and plastic case that houses the main system components of the computer is a computer case.

A keyboard is a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor.

The area onscreen where a program or document is displayed.

Provides connectivity and/or electrical power to a device.

A list of commands or choices is called a file.

The process of inputting sound into the computer

A  port is slightly larger than a standard phone jack and transfers data at speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps

These are used to represent the different files, applications, and commands on your computer.

What is an example of a peripheral?

A symbol on the screen, usually a blinking vertical bar