Computer Basics

Front

What is software?

Back

any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do

Front

What is hardware?

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is any part of your computer that has a physical structure.

Front

A _______ is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data.

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Computer

Front

The _______ is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer, including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and power supply.

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Computer Case

Front

The _____ works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text on the screen.

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Monitor

Front

These can be used to connect almost any type of device, including mice, keyboards, printers, and digital cameras.

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USB Port

Front

This is where you'll connect the power cord to the computer.

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Power Socket

Front

You can use this port for networking and connecting to the Internet. Options: USB Port, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Power Button

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Ethernet Port

Front

A _____ is used to print documents, photos, and anything else that appears on your screen.

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Printer

Front

The ________ is the computer's main circuit board. It's a thin plate that holds the CPU, memory, connectors for the hard drive and optical drives, expansion cards to control the video and audio, and connections to your computer's ports.

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Motherboard