Unit 1: Computer Basics Lesson One Vocabulary

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Directions: Using the textbook, Computer Concepts Basics, complete the vocabulary chart below. DO NOT CHANGE THE FONT, SIZE OR TABLE LAYOUT. When you are done with the chart, turn it in on SchoolLoop into the assignment submission dropbox. Vocabulary Term 1. Clients 2. Computer 3. Data 4. Desktop Computer 5. Electronic Communicatio n 6. Extranet 7. Hardware 8. Icon Page Number 12 6 6 8 11 13 6 9 Textbook Definition Computers on a network are called nodes or clients. An electronic device that receives data (input), processes data, stores data, and produces a result (output). The text number sound imiges Is designed so that all components fit on or under a desk. Is the technology that enables computers to communicate with each other and other devices. Are systems that allow outside organization and contain company internal information system. The actual machine, wires, transistors, and circuits are called hardware. Is a small image that represents a file command or another computer function. The computer receives data through an input device, processes the data, stores the data in the storage device and produces output or information. The worlds largest network evolved from APRANET. Is a network for the exclusive use of workers within an organization and contains company information. Is a large expensive computer cabled of supporting hundreds or even thousands of users.

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10. Internet 11. Intranet 12. Mainframe Computer

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Unit 1: Computer Basics Lesson One Vocabulary 13. Mid-range Server 14. Mobile Computers 15. Mobile Devices 16. Network 17. Nodes 18. Personal Computers 19. Servers 20. Software 21. Supercomputer 22. Users 8 8 8 12 12 8 12 6 8 6

juan ramos Is used by small to medium size companies and general supports hundreds of users. Are personal computers such as notebook computers and tablet PCs Fit into the palm of your hand. Is a group of two or more computer systems linked together via communication devices. Computer on a network are called nodes or clients. Desktop and notebook computers are today most widely used personal compters. Are computers that allocate resources on a network. The instructions or programs for controlling the computer are called software. Is the fastest type of computer. The people who use computers also are part of the system.

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