Computer Principles and Funeral Service Application Flashcards
Computer programs designed for a specific use and are relatively easy to use without any technical knowledge of programming
Applications Software
ALU
Arithmetic Logic Unit
The part of the central processing unit where numerical calculations and logical operations are performed
Arithmetic Logic Unit
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange
A commonly used code for representing Data
ASCII
Computers use this program to translate the commands into its own machine language
Assembler
Keeps track of the symbolic names and assigns appropriate memory locations to them
Assembler
A duplicate of an original program or data made as a precaution against loss or damage of the original
Backup
The smallest amount of information a computer can store
Bit
The space a character, letter, or number takes up in the computer’s memory
Byte
Made up of 8 bits
Byte
CRT
Cathode Ray Tube
A device like a TV screen in which an electron beam hits a phosphorescent screen for the display of information
Cathode Ray Tube
A terminal device similar to a television set on which input or outputs may be displayed
Cathode Ray Tube
CPU
Central Processing Unit
The unit of a computer system that contains the circuits which control and perform the execution of instructions
Central Processing Unit
That portion of a computer that serves to control the functions of the system, composed of the memory, ALU, and control unit
Central Processing Unit
CD-ROM
Compact Disk Read Only Memory
A compact disk from which stored data can be read by a laser beam
CD-ROM
Data cannot be written on this
CD-ROM
A computer monitor that can display more than one active color
Color Monitor
A device which manipulates data according to a series of instructions stored in its memory
Computer
An electronic device that can accept data, perform instructions on the data, and deliver the results of the processed data
Computer
By changing the instructions, this can be made to do a completely different task
Computer
An organization of hardware and software designed to accomplish a data processing function
Computer System
A portion of the CPU that directs the sequence of operations, interprets coded instructions, and initiates the proper commands to execute instructions
Control Unit
A type of software where the user tells the programmer what he/she wants to be able to do and the programmer writes a set of instructions to the specific tasks for the particular user
Customized Software
The information that the computer manipulates
Data
An organized collection of related data
Database
The process of entering data into a computer system
Data Input
Any procedure for receiving information and producing a specific result
Data Processing
The rearrangement and refinement of raw data into a form suitable for further use
Data Processing
The use of personal computers to design and print professional quality typeset documents
Desktop Publishing
Thin disks of magnetic material capable of storing a large amount of information
Disks
Spin rapidly in the disk drive
Disks
Data storage devices that are outside the main memory of the computer
Disks/Media Drives
The words, symbols, or numbers which appear in visual form
Display
A device containing a sealed, rigid magnetic disk and read/write mechanism, usually built directly into the computer’s cabinet
Fixed/Hard Disk
A device with a read/write mechanism that accepts removable disks
Floppy Disk Drive
Flexible, plastic disks on which data is stored magnetically
Floppy Disk
To prepare a new disk for use by the computer or an old one for re-use
Format
Erases all previous information
Formatting
The process of preparing any disk or diskette for use by the computer
Formatting
The productions of pictures, charts, diagrams, etc
Graphics
A unit of measure of memory space equal to 1,024 megabytes
Gigabyte
A device containing a sealed, rigid magnetic disk and read/write mechanism usually built directly into the computer’s cabinet
Hard/Fixed Disk Drive
The physical equipment or devices which make up a computer, including all peripherals
Hardware
Everything except the programs or instructions in the computer system
Hardware
Programming languages developed to make the task of programming easier
High-Level Language
A device which prints one or more characters at a time by physically impacting or hitting the ribbon to the paper
Impact Printer
The process of entering data into a computer system
Input
The formation which is entered into a computer from an outside source for processing
Input
A mechanical unit designed to bring data to be processed into a computer
Input Device
A set of several different applications that have been programmed together, permitting data from one application program to be transferred directly to another
Integrated Software
I/O
Input/Output
A set of labeled keys to permit the entry of data into the computer system
Keyboard
A unit of measure of memory space equal to 1,024 byts
Kilobyte
LAN
Local Area Network
A way of linking a number of computers through communication lines so that they can share I/O devices and data
Local Area Network
Instructions consisting of a series of numbers or a coded pattern of digits which convey information between people and machines
Language
A program written in the basic, simple instructions that the computer understands directly
Machine Language
A central computer, usually applies to medium and/or large scale computer systems
Mainframe
An area for storage of data inside the computer
Memory/Memory Unit
Contains the programs and data being used by the computer
Memory/Memory Unit
The primary storage or most accessible storage of the computer
Memory/Memory Unit
PC
Personal Computer
A small computer designed to sit on a desk
Microcomputer/Personal Computer
A computer intermediate in size between a mainframe and a microcomputer
Minicomputer
A device which converts the electrical impulses produced by the computer into sound impulses and vice-versa which can be transmitted over telephone lines
Modem
Modem is an acronym for
Modulate/Demodulate
The screen (terminal) component of the computer system
Monitor
A computer monitor that can display only one active color
Monochrome Monitor
A circuit board that contains most of the electronic components of the system unit
Motherboard
Sometimes called the main board or system board
Motherboard
A device used to select processing options or information displayed on the monitor
Mouse
A group of two or more computers linked together electronically that can communicate with each other
Network
A device inserted into the expansion slots of the motherboard to allow computers in the same general area to communicate with one another
Network Card
A printing device which places marks on paper without any mechanical device coming in contact with the paper
Non-Impact Printer
A program which helps to overcome the problems involved in running a computer
Operating System
It makes sure that the proper programs are in the right place in memory at the right time, handles I/O operations, and allows the computer to work for long periods without the direct intervention of the operator
Operating System
One or more programs that manage and control the allocation and usage of hardware resources
Operating System Software
The act of returning data to the user in some form or transferring data from a primary storage device to a secondary storage device
Output
Physical devices that allow for data to be entered into a computer, data to be returned to the user, or functions to do both enter and return data
Peripherals
Software that is designed to be used by anyone who might benefit
Prepackaged (Horizontal Market) Software
The memory that is built into a computer
Primary/Internal Storage
A device that makes computer output visible on paper
Printer
The rearrangement and refinement of raw data into a form suitable for further use
Processing
The primary electronic chip on the motherboard which controls and performs the execution of intructions
Processor
A set of instructions arranged in proper sequence which can direct the computer to perform a desired task
Program
The task of writing a series of instructions that will cause the computer to do something useful
Programming
The working memory of the computer
Random Access Memory
RAM
Random Access Memory
The usable memory which data or programs may be written to or read from
Random Access Memory
Loses all data when the power to the computer system is interrupted
Random Access Memory
Memory which has been manufactured with predetermined information or programs
Read Only Memory
ROM
Read Only Memory
Usually used to store the control program of the computer or hardware device
Read Only Memory
Retains its data when the power to the computer system is interrupted
Read Only Memory
Data storage that is outside the main memory of the computer, such as disks or tape units
Secondary (External) Storage
A set of instructions that directs the computer’s operations
Software
A program for manipulating numbers in tabular form
Spreadsheet
A grid, somewhat like a ledger sheet, is displayed
Spreadsheet
An applications program designed specifically for performing statistical calculations
Statistical Program
To transmit the data from the computer to a memory device
Store
A device into which data can be entered and from which it can be retrieved at a later time
Storage Device
Designed to be markedly larger and/or faster than ordinary mainframe computers
Supercomputer
An organization of hardware and software designed to accomplish a data processing function
System/Computer System
A device for storing information on magnetic tape
Tape Drive
A program to do often needed tasks in managing the computer, but, not an application for which the user bought the computer specificallu for
Utility Program
VDT
Video Display Terminal
Software that is designed and marketed to a particular industry, business, or profession
Vertical Market Software
The use of computerized equipment to create, store, recall, correct, and produce written documents
Word Processing
