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CHAPTER I part 2 Flashcards

1
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This acts as the brain of the computer because it feeds instructions.

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Central Processing Unit

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It is the physical hardware inside a computer that temporarily stores data, serving as the computer’s working memory.

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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It is an expansion card that allows the computer to send graphical information to a video displace device such as monitor, TV, or projector.

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Video Card

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4
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It is a component that translates digital signals to an analog one.

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Sound card

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It stores all your data and is where all your files and folders are physically located.

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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6
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are faster than conventional HDDs, more compact, have no moving parts, are immune to magnetic fields.

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Solid-State Drive (SSD)

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retrieve and/or store data on optical discs like CDs, DVDs, and BDs, any of which hold much more information.

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Optical Disk Drive

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is a device that is used to put information into or get information out of the computer.

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A peripheral or Computer Peripherals

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It is a rectangular in shape like a tv screen and shows the main display of the computer.

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Monitor

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is an input device that is used to type in text and other instruction, it is composed of alphabets, numbers, symbols, and other computer functions.

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Keyboard

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without this the drag and drop interface of the computer will become useless and it will be very difficult to access file directories.

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Mouse

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is a device that your computer or device is plugged into in order to minimize the effect of brownouts, surges, and electrical outages.

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Battery Backup (UPS)

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13
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also known as thumb drives are very powerful storage device

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Flash Drive

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14
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a hardware output device that is used to generate hard copy document.

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Printer

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is an output device that gives us the sound output.

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Speakers

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is just a hard drive or solid-state drive that is connected to a computer on the outside rather than on the inside.

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External Hard Drive

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is a computer component that is non tangible application or computer program that provides instruction and data to the user.

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A software or the computer software

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The software has two main types

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*System software
*Application software

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19
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a type of computer program that is designed to run a computer’s hardware and application programs

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System software

20
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It is the interface between the hardware and user applications

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System software

21
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is the best-known example of system software

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Operating System (OS)

22
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Harnesses communication between hardware, system programs, and other applications.

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Operating System (OS)

23
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is installed in special purpose embedded systems like robots, cars, and modems.

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Real-time OS

24
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are installed on single-used devices like phones.

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Single-user and single-task OS

25
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are installed on contemporary personal computers

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Single-user and Multitask OS

26
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Is installed in network environments where many users have to share resources.

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Multi-user OS

27
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is used to share resources such as files, printers in a network setup.

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Network OS

28
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is designed to run on browser that is online.

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Internet/Web OS

29
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is designed to run on mobile phones, tablets, and other mobile devices.

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Mobile OS

30
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enable device communication with the OS and other programs.

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Device Drivers

31
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Enables device control and identification. This directly manages and controls all activities of any single hardware.

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Firmware

32
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application or software used different language in order for it to be created.

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Programming Language Translators

33
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Ensure optimum functionality of devices and applications. Usually this software is accessed through the operating system’s settings.

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Utilities

34
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is a major type of computer software and it is also called as end-user program. Used to edit text, numbers, and legal billing software graphics.

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Application Software

35
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What are examples of application software:

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*word processing software
*database software
*spreadsheet software

36
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are simply the computer users, the one who manipulates the computer and the computer programs.

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Peopleware

37
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Types of system software:

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  1. Operating System (OS)
  2. Device Drivers
  3. Firmware
  4. Programming Language Translators
  5. Utilities
38
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Gooogle self drive car project in 2009

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Smart Self Driving Car “waymo”

39
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Bluetooth speaker powered by alexa, Amazon’s handy assistant

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Smart speaker and display “Amazon echo family”

40
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You can control and monitor the power usage in your home with an Android or
iOS mobile app and works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri voice commands

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SmartPlug“ConnectSenseSmartOutlet2“

41
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Easy wireless installation, receive instant alerts on your phone when motion is
detected and take quick action and works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri
voice commands

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Home Security Cameras “Arlo Ultra”

42
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you can unlock your door and disarm your SimpliSafe system right from the
mobile app, and then easily lock and re-arm the system.

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Smart Locks and Home Security Systems “August Wi-Fi Smart Lock”

43
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Occupancy detection manages temperature automatically, helps balance your home’s temperature and controls straight from the app or your smart home
assistant.

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Smart Heating and Cooling “ Ecobee Smart Thermostat With Voice Control”

44
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It’s dimmable, offers 16 million colors, and connects to a home network wirelessly.

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Smart Lighting “ Yeelight Smart LED Bulb “

45
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Brava coordinates all six lamps together for unparalleled power, precision, and
control.

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Smart Kitchen Appliances “Brava Oven”

46
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smart massager that sends low-voltage pulses to the skin to stimulate nerve fibers that block the pain signal to your brain

A

Smart Health and Fitness Device “TechCare”

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