Chapter 1 & 2 Flashcards
The result of a computer processing is?
output
The computer circuitry that holds data waiting to be processed is?
primary storage
The instructions for a computer to complete a task are called?
software
Data that has been summarized or manipulated for decision making is called?
information
Raw facts and figures that are processed into information are called?
data
Devices such as PC’s and work stations that are connected to a server are called?
clients
A device that sends and receives data over telephone lines to and from computers is called a?
modem
Component that expands a computers storage input and output capabilities is a __________ device.
peripheral
The area of a computer where data is held before processing and information is held after processing before it is passed to an output or storage device is called?
memory chip
Tiny piece of silicon that contains millions of miniature electronic circuits is called a?
processor chip
An input device that is used to manipulate objects on the computer screen is a?
mouse
When a user prints out a report for class, the report is?
output
These computers offer advanced graphics often used to make 3D movies are called?
work stations
Computers costing $500-$5000 that can fit next to a desk or be carried around are called?
personal computers
Users access mainframes by a __________ which has a display screen and a keyboard.
terminal
