ITF Module 1- Lesson 1- Common Computing Devices

electronic devise used to store and process data

The physical components of a computer.

devices that connect to computers to add function or use

Data that is entered into the computer system via an input or storage device.

Data that has been processed into a useful format.

the process of retaining encoded information over time

A mobile device that provides both phone and SMS text messaging functionality and general purpose computing functionality, such as web browsing and email plus running software apps. Usually have screens between 4 and 5.5 inches.

(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory

Notational system with 2 values per digit (zeroes and one). Computers process code in ________ because the transistors in the CPU and memory components also have two states (off and on).

a group of two or more computer systems linked together

consumer electronic devices connected to each other and to the Internet. (thermostats, security systems, IP cameras, home appliances, streaming media)

(computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network.

a thin, lightweight mobile computer with a built in screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base

operate on (computer data) by means of a program.

a person who uses or operates something, especially a computer or other machine.