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System software which translates between the raw I/O data devices require to the higher level data the OS works with

Directs the operations of the CPU itself, interprets instructions, and determines the sequence of data processing

Allows peripherals to connect using a single standardized interface socket

System software which resides in the primary memory until power is removed

A type of non-volatile memory that can be electronically erased and reprogrammed

A programmable integrated circuit that contains all or most of the functions of a CPU of a computer

A computer designed to perform a specific kind of work

A standard that defines the connections of storage devices

A "core code standard" OS designed for high-end systems

Refers to undesired effects caused by programs or parts of programs created with intent to damage

Exchanges data with the system's memory and manages peripherals and other components of a computer

How many bytes are represented by the term kilobyte?

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

Application software which provides tables for holding data and looks a lot like an accounting leger

What is the goal of any computer system?

A computer which helps scientists by processing immense calculations

A computer bus in which data flows one bit at a time sequentially

A collection of wires through which data is transmitted

This non-volatile memory is not fast enough to keep up with the speed demand of microprocessors

A secondary memory storage device that uses special integrated circuits similar to flash memory and has no moving parts

A computer which provides services and information to other hosts on a network

What is the most popular OS for consumers

Non-replicating Malicious Logic that disguises itself as one application but carries out another set of instructions

Preferred memory of computer systems because of its speed

OS installed on every Apple Computer

Malicious Logic which attaches to a file's internal code, altering it to achieve a desired effect

An internal interface referred to as an expansion slot.

System software which allows users to interact with the computer in a user-friendly way and install additional software

Bus which specifies a physical location for data

Which type of operating system interface provides pictures to represent options, programs, and parts of programs?

System software which manages a computer's hardware and software to allow information in and out of the computer

Which is a type of operating system interface

A serial standard interface design used to connect hardware devices to a computer's motherboard

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

What is an example of non-volatile, primary memory?

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

Malicious Logic that closely resembles a virus but is capable of replicating and traveling without human action

The term that refers to the quality of a video display device

Portion of the CPU that performs all arithmetic and logical operations

Bus which transfers or carries actual data

How many bits are in 1 byte?

A chip or circuit that provides timing signals to synchronize all operations of the motherboard

Malicious Logic executed by a user or another program

This serves as a representation of how computers manipulate different types of data, process it, and produce an output

A secondary memory storage device that uses EM waves as part of its data reading and writing process

Closest available memory for the CPU which stores important data for rapid availability

The number of bits each bus can transfer regardless if it's serial or parallel

System software which initializes communication with all harware devices

A computer which performs critical tasks that involve bulk data processing

Which type of operating system interface gives the user a list of commands from which to choose?

Which is NOT a way bits represent themselves

System software which the computer runs first

A computer bus in which data flows as several bits traveling together simultaneously as a group

Serves as the interface between the motherboard and a drive

The main circuit board for logical data processing in a computer

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

What is an example of volatile, primary memory?

Bus which carries commands from the CPU to all devices connected to the motherboard

A computer geared toward the average consumer for personal use

Application software which organizes data so it can be easily accessed, managed, and updated

OS developed to mimic UNIX form and function, but with completely independent source code

Application software for locating, retrieving, and viewing data from a remote or distant server over the world wide web

An electronic or mechanical device operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory

Application software which allows you to enter text into a document

The backbone to sequential logic and electronic memory composed of many logic gates

The means by which a computer stores data

Connects all of the parts of a computer together

A set of instructions that put a computer to work

Made of integrated circuits connected through busses to help establish control of peripherals to the computer

Which is not a basic type of computer bus?

The most basic part of any computer system

A computer component with supplies the necessary power needed to run all electronic components

What are the most utilized type of secondary memory for computer systems?

Software written for a unique and specific purpose

Software used to operate and maintain the computer system

A portable secondary memory storage device that uses ROM technology to store data

Application software which allows the user to transmit and receive messages over communication networks

A secondary memory storage device that uses magnetism to store data

memory that does not lose its contents until deliberately removed

Essential circuits that create solid-state devices capable of processing and storing data

Which type of operating system interface allows the user to make requests by typing commands through a prompt?

Memory which the CPU can read but no change as easily and is usually soldered to the motherboard by the manufacturer?

System software which performs a power on self-test (POST)

Memory that loses its contents once power is lost or removes

A shared boundary across which two deparate components of a computer system exchange data

A tiny device that receives two or more inputs and provides only one output

A serial interface standard for attaching external I/O devices to a computer

System software which helps the CPU interact with I/O devices