Application Software - A computer program design to carry out a specialized tasks.
Eg. Database management etc.
Communications Device - It refers to a terminal used to send voice, video or text.
Eg. Hand phone, PDA etc.
Computer - A programmable machine that performs high-speed processing of numbers, as well as text, graphic and symbols. It contains a central processing unit (CPU) that interprets and executes instructions.
Desktop Computer - A personal computer (PC) small enough to fit in an
individual workspace. The term ‘desk’ refers to a stationary position as it resides on a desk.
Embedded Computer - A computer system that is an integral part of a
larger system. It only has a few functions.
Eg. The LED lights in a washing machine etc.
Graphical User Interface (GUI) - It incorporates movable icons, windows, and mouse. The ability to resize application windows and change the style as well as the size of fonts.
Hardware - The physical part of a component in a computer. It works in storage and transmission. Eg. Hard disk, floppy disk etc.
Internet - A global network of networks that connect computers via the TCP/IP
(Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
Installing - To connect or set in position and prepared to be used
Network - A collection of computers interconnected. Almost all local area network (LAN) are Ethernet networks. The wireless version of Ethernet is known as Wi-fi.
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