Hardware Week 1: Basic Computer Concepts

A programmable electronic device that stores, retrieves, and processes data through a set of instructions (programs).

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<p>Device drivers are a type of software that allows your computer to communicate with and control the hardware devices connected to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Firmware is a built-in programmable logic (software) attached to a specific hardware component.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A platform is the environment created by the operating system that allows applications to run on a hardware device, acting as an interface between applications and the operating system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Primary storage (RAM) is temporary, used for active programs and files currently in use, while secondary storage (hard drive) is permanent, for storing files when not in use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RAM = Volatile, fast, used for active programs and files ROM = Non-volatile, slow, stores boot-up instructions Cache = Fast, small, stores frequently accessed data from RAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Storage devices are used for storing, porting, or extracting data files. They can be used to store information both temporarily and permanently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>The CPU is responsible for performing calculations and logical operations, essentially the brain of the computer. It controls everything that happens within the computer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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A programmable electronic device that stores, retrieves, and processes data through a set of instructions.

The physical components of a computer system that you can see and touch, such as the motherboard, processor, memory, and storage devices.

A set of instructions or commands that tell a computer what to do.

A software program that allows the computer to communicate with and control hardware devices.

A built-in programmable logic (software) attached to a specific hardware that controls how it functions.

The environment created by the operating system that allows applications to run on a hardware device. It's the interface between applications and the operating system.

A unit of information that represents a binary digit, having a value of either 0 or 1.

The physical space within a computer that temporarily stores digital data and instructions for quick access and use by the computer.

The most common type of memory; it's temporary storage for data actively being used by programs.

A type of memory that stores permanent instructions needed to boot up the computer.

Hardware that is used for storing, porting, or extracting data files; it can store information both temporarily and permanently.

Storage that resides internally or externally within a computer, storing programs and user files.

Storage that resides on other computers in a network or in the cloud, allowing access to data from multiple locations.

Storage that resides within the computer, primarily for operating system and program files. Usually refers to hard disk drives (HDD) or solid-state drives (SSD).

Storage that resides outside of the computer, primarily for storing user files and backups. Usually refers to external hard disks, USB drives, or cloud storage.

A magnetic disk that stores data persistently and is accessed by a read/write head.

A portable storage device with a USB interface, used to store and transfer data.

Digital storage cards used in various devices like cameras and smartphones.

Optical discs like CD-ROMs or DVDs that store data digitally.

The central processing unit of a computer, responsible for performing calculations and logical operations.

The unit of measurement for processor speed, representing the number of cycles per second that the CPU can execute.

A visual representation of the evolution of data storage technologies through time.

A digital storage technology that uses flash memory to store data, known for its fast access speeds and durability.

A digital storage technology that uses magnetic disks to store data, known for its lower cost but slower access speeds compared to SSDs.