This is a vertical flashing bar that locates the position on the screen

where text can be inserted or deleted. This appears most frequently in text or dialog boxes.

– Data is stored on a computer in this. It is one character, which may be a number or letter. It is composed of 8 consecutive bits.

A removable disk that stores data that can only be read. Data can not be recorded or saved onto one.

– This is a type of memory and is similar to RAM. It is used by the computer to move data between the RAM and CPU.

A collection of electronic parts that allow software programs to run that

perform certain tasks. It can accept input, change data, store data and display data

– A synonym for the pointer, which is controlled by the mouse. It may take different shapes.

Technology that stores more information than a CD-ROM and can be written upon. The disk resembles a CD-ROM but has approximately seven times the

storage capacity.

A collection of data with a name.

This is a small portable hard drive that plugs into a USB port and allows you to transport files between different computers. Also called a thumb drive.

The cursor changes into a pointing hand when it passes over a hypertext link. This allows connecting directly to the link.