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CHAPTER I part 2 Flashcards

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This acts as the brain of the computer because it feeds instructions.

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Central Processing Unit

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It is the physical hardware inside a computer that temporarily stores data, serving as the computer’s working memory.

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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It is an expansion card that allows the computer to send graphical information to a video displace device such as monitor, TV, or projector.

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Video Card

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It is a component that translates digital signals to an analog one.

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Sound card

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It stores all your data and is where all your files and folders are physically located.

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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are faster than conventional HDDs, more compact, have no moving parts, are immune to magnetic fields.

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Solid-State Drive (SSD)

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retrieve and/or store data on optical discs like CDs, DVDs, and BDs, any of which hold much more information.

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Optical Disk Drive

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is a device that is used to put information into or get information out of the computer.

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A peripheral or Computer Peripherals

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It is a rectangular in shape like a tv screen and shows the main display of the computer.

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Monitor

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is an input device that is used to type in text and other instruction, it is composed of alphabets, numbers, symbols, and other computer functions.

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Keyboard

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without this the drag and drop interface of the computer will become useless and it will be very difficult to access file directories.

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Mouse

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is a device that your computer or device is plugged into in order to minimize the effect of brownouts, surges, and electrical outages.

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Battery Backup (UPS)

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also known as thumb drives are very powerful storage device

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Flash Drive

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a hardware output device that is used to generate hard copy document.

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Printer

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is an output device that gives us the sound output.

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Speakers

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is just a hard drive or solid-state drive that is connected to a computer on the outside rather than on the inside.

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External Hard Drive

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is a computer component that is non tangible application or computer program that provides instruction and data to the user.

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A software or the computer software

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The software has two main types

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*System software
*Application software

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a type of computer program that is designed to run a computer’s hardware and application programs

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System software

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It is the interface between the hardware and user applications

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System software

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is the best-known example of system software

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Operating System (OS)

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Harnesses communication between hardware, system programs, and other applications.

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Operating System (OS)

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is installed in special purpose embedded systems like robots, cars, and modems.

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are installed on single-used devices like phones.

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Single-user and single-task OS

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are installed on contemporary personal computers
Single-user and Multitask OS
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Is installed in network environments where many users have to share resources.
Multi-user OS
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is used to share resources such as files, printers in a network setup.
Network OS
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is designed to run on browser that is online.
Internet/Web OS
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is designed to run on mobile phones, tablets, and other mobile devices.
Mobile OS
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enable device communication with the OS and other programs.
Device Drivers
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Enables device control and identification. This directly manages and controls all activities of any single hardware.
Firmware
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application or software used different language in order for it to be created.
Programming Language Translators
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Ensure optimum functionality of devices and applications. Usually this software is accessed through the operating system's settings.
Utilities
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is a major type of computer software and it is also called as end-user program. Used to edit text, numbers, and legal billing software graphics.
Application Software
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What are examples of application software:
*word processing software *database software *spreadsheet software
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are simply the computer users, the one who manipulates the computer and the computer programs.
Peopleware
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Types of system software:
1. Operating System (OS) 2. Device Drivers 3. Firmware 4. Programming Language Translators 5. Utilities
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Gooogle self drive car project in 2009
Smart Self Driving Car "waymo"
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Bluetooth speaker powered by alexa, Amazon's handy assistant
Smart speaker and display "Amazon echo family"
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You can control and monitor the power usage in your home with an Android or iOS mobile app and works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri voice commands
SmartPlug“ConnectSenseSmartOutlet2“
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Easy wireless installation, receive instant alerts on your phone when motion is detected and take quick action and works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri voice commands
Home Security Cameras “Arlo Ultra”
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you can unlock your door and disarm your SimpliSafe system right from the mobile app, and then easily lock and re-arm the system.
Smart Locks and Home Security Systems “August Wi-Fi Smart Lock”
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Occupancy detection manages temperature automatically, helps balance your home’s temperature and controls straight from the app or your smart home assistant.
Smart Heating and Cooling “ Ecobee Smart Thermostat With Voice Control”
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It's dimmable, offers 16 million colors, and connects to a home network wirelessly.
Smart Lighting “ Yeelight Smart LED Bulb “
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Brava coordinates all six lamps together for unparalleled power, precision, and control.
Smart Kitchen Appliances “Brava Oven”
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smart massager that sends low-voltage pulses to the skin to stimulate nerve fibers that block the pain signal to your brain
Smart Health and Fitness Device “TechCare”

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