Introduction to Computers Vocabulary

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Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)

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Built-in program which initializes computer hardware and launches the operating system when the computer starts.

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Binary Digit (Bit)

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Smallest unit of computer storage capacity.

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Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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Microprocessor which calculates all the data going through a personal computer.

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Compact Disc Read-Only Memory (CD-ROM)

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Pre-pressed compact disc storage in which data can only be accessed, not modified.

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Clock Rate

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Common measurement of CPU speed tells how fast the CPU can process data, the higher the clock rate, the faster the CPU.

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Defragmentation

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Software maintenance process which reduces the amount of fragmentation between files.

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Digital Video Disc Read-Only Memory (DVD-ROM)

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High-capacity optical disc storage, in which data can only be read, not written.

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Digital Visual Interface (DVI)

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Digital interface used to connect a video source to a display device.

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Driver

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Computer program allowing the computer to communicate with a hardware device.

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Ethernet Cable

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Cord connecting the computer to the internet.