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binary

a two-digit numerical system, which computers use to store data and compute functions. The reason computers use the binary system is because digital switches inside the computer can only be set to either on or off, which are represented by a 1 or 0.

Noun My binary is cool

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computer computadora

machine that performs 4 basic functions: input, processing, storage, and output.

Noun I have a apple computer

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hardware

physical parts of the computer that you can see and touch.

Noun I have hardware home

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input device

Definitiondevices used to enter data into the computer; mouse, keyboard, scanner, microphone, digital camera are input devices.

Noun MY keyboaurd is broken

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memory

a computers temporary storage place, where it gets its work done. There are 2 main types

Noun I took off my memory

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operating system

loads automatically and controls just about everything on your computer. Example: Microsoft Windows.

Noun My operating system is horroble

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output device

devices used to put out data processed by the computer; monitor, printer, and speaker are output devices.

Noun disconected my computer

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processor

The main body or brain of a computer, also called the system unit. Consists of a plastic or metal enclosure, the motherboard (main circuit board), and (typically) internal hard disk/drives, power supply, cooling fans, and whatever circuit boards plugged into the motherboard, such as a video/graphics card and USB ports.

Noun My processor broke

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software

-- the programs or other "instructions" that a computer needs to perform specific tasks. Examples of software include Microsoft Office, web browsers, or any other program/application installed on the computer..

Noun My computer has a lot of software

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storage device

a hardware device used to record and store data, such as a hard drive, flash drive, floppy disk, CD ROM, memory card

Noun I put my storage device in my computer