Computer System
combination of hardware and software;
Binary
0s and 1s
Data
unprocessed data
Information
Data that has been processed.
Algorithm
A series of instructions
Boolean
true or false data type.
Integer
whole number.
Character
number or symbol
String
A series of characters.
CPU
Performs processing on a computer.
Clock Speed
FDE speed
Dual Core CPU
Two cores
Cache Memory
Superfast memory. Frequently used instructions.
Secondary Storage
A storage device other than RAM.
Magnetic Storage
Stores binary on a magnetised disc.
Optical Storage
read by a laser.
RAM
Internal volatile memory.
ROM
Internal non-volatile memory.