ITAPPS (Q2)

manipulates input data into the information needed by the users

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also known as Random Access Memory or RAM. It is a series of electronic elements that act as temporary storage of data and program instructions while the instructions are being processed by the CPU.

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store data and programs. These hold data, information, and programs

permanently.

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mass storage device that stores data in a permanent state even without power. Similar to an HDD’s function, only the internal components are different. SSDs do not have moving parts but store data on magnetic platters making use of flash memory.

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often called hard drive or hard disk. This is the most common storage device that do not need power to maintain data; these store data through spinning platters or magnetic disks, recording individual bits written into the disk.

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highly portable small data storage devices making use of flash memory and

a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connection

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“compact disc”, this storage device can hold up to 700

MB; it is read by an optical drive through a laser

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allow the user to communicate with the computer by entering data or commands.

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primary input device used to input alphanumeric data and commands to the computer

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primary input device used to navigate and interact with the monitor output

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