Chapter2 Flashcards
Input
1/4 major functions of a computer.
It gathers data or allows users to enter data.
Computer
A data processing device that performs four major functions. Input, process, output, storage
Process
2/4 major functions of a computer.
It manipulates, calculates or organizes the data into information.
Output
3/4 major functions of a computer.
It displays data and information in a form suitable for the user.
Storage
4/4 major functions of a computer.
It saves data and information for later use.
Data
A representation of a fact, a figure or an idea. Can be a number, word, picture or recording.
Information
Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion. Ex. Computer provides you with a contact listing that indicates a persons name and their phone number - the data becomes useful, that is it becomes information. (Difference between data an information)
