Computer Science Terminology

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computer

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Multipurpose digital device that accepts input, processes data, stores data, and produces output.

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data

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A collection of raw, unprocessed facts, figures, and symbols; example: receipts, grade on paper.

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information

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Data that is organized, meaningful, and useful; example: budget spreadsheet, course grade in Infinite Campus.

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input

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Whatever is typed into, submitted to, or transmitted to a computer.

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memory

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Area of computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed, saved, or output.

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output

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Result produced by a computer.

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processing

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Manipulation of data by the central processing unit (CPU).

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storage

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Area where data can be left permanently.