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when an operating system employs memory, it swaps files to the hard disk. ANS virtual memory
the data stored in - is saved even when a computer has been powered off. ANS Rom
Flash memory is an example of - memory. ANS programmable memory.
when the computer is shut down, the information in - is erased. ANS Ram
memory chips or modules hold data and programs as they are being processed by the -, and are usually found on
the motherboard. ANS CPU
USB flash drives and camera memory cards are types of -storage ANS solid state storage
CDs and DVDs are types of- storage ANS optical storage
data stored on a tape is -, so it requires you to forward or rewind the tape to access information ANS sequential
data stored on a hard disk uses - access, so you can go directly to the area of the drive where the data is stored
ANS random or direct
hard drives with read/write heads that move over the surface of platters are a type of- storage ANS magnetic
storage
performs arithmetic and logic functions in the CPU ANS ALU
the smallest unit of time a processor can measure ANS cycle
sets the speed at which the CPU executes the instructions ANS processor clock
,the " brain" of a computer ANS CPU
an electronic channel that transfers data in multiple directions ANS bus
a processing technique, an operating system uses to process many parts of a single program ANS
multithreading
part of the hard drive that the operating system uses as additional RAM ANS virtual memory
a processing technique an operating system uses to divide one task among many processors ANS parallel
processing
a processing technique an operating system can use if the computer has many processors ANS multiprocessing
a key task that operating systems perform to use RAM efficiently ANS memory management
the type of software that lets you copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders ANS file management
software
the type of software you use most directly to perform tasks such as writing a screenplay ANS application
software
the software that runs a computer ANS system software
the type of software that performs a specific, limited task usually related to managing or maintaining a computer
system ANS utility software
a collection of major operating system updates ANS service pack
the keys on your keyboard are sticky ANS clean the device
, your computer is running very slowly and you can no longer run your favorite program on your computer ANS
remove unwanted files
your wireless mouse is unresponsive,and the pointer is not moving ANS change the batteries
the monitor attached to your computer is blank and makes no sound when you turn it on ANS plug in power
cord
your desktop computer won't work at all even though it's plugged in and has been turned on ANS call a
technician
use cleaning products specifically meant for computer screens, such as a 50/50 solution of - and water ANS
alcohol
-,state drives,which have no moving parts,are less likely to be damaged by dirt and impact,but should still be
treated with care. ANS solid state drives
store the - cards from your digital camera in their cases when not in the camera ANS memory cards
store backup discs for DVDs and other optical media in - or protective cases to keep them safe from scratches and
dirt ANS sleeves
replace - regularly on wireless mice and keyboards so the power does not run out when you need it most ANS
batteries
you move this handheld device on a flat surface to manipulate the pointer on the screen ANS a mouse
a flat surface, often found on laptop computers, that can be used instead of a mouse ANS the touchpad on a
computer
a pointing device used primarily for computer gaming systems ANS a pointer or joystick
this device can be used with a tablet computer to draw, enter data, and make selections on screen ANS a stylus
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