Computer
an electronic device that manipulates information or data
Hardware
any part of the computer that has a physical structure
Software
any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do
Server
a computer that serves up information to other computers on a network
File server
servers businesses use for employees to share and store files
PC
the most common type of personal computer
MAC
made by only one company, Apple Inc.
Computer case
metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer
Monitor
works with a video card to display images and text on the screen
Keyboards
one of the primary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data
App
type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks
Word processor
allows you to write a letter, design a flyer, and create many other types of documents
Personal finance software
Allows you to keep track of your income and expenses and create a budget
Web browser
tool you use to access the internet
Media player
you need this to listen to MP3's or watch downloaded movies
Gadgets
sometimes called widgets, they are simple apps you can put on the desktop
CPU
also called a processor, it's the brain of the computer
Motherboard
a computer's main circuit board
Power supply unit
converts power from the wall outlet to the power needed by computer
RAM
computer's short term memory
Hard drive
computer's long term storage
Video card
responsible for what you see on the monitor
Sound card
responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones
Network card
allows computer to communicate over network and access the internet
Bluetooth card
technology for wireless communication over short distances