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Input Devices
Definition
Input devices capture data and commands from the user (or sensors) and send them to the computer.
Secondary Storage
Definition
Secondary storage is non-volatile storage used to keep data and programs permanently (for example, SSD or HDD).
RAM
Definition
RAM (Random Access Memory) is fast temporary memory used while programs are running.
CPU
Definition
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) executes instructions and coordinates operations of the computer system.
Software
Definition
Software is the set of programs and data that instruct the computer what to do.
Hardware
Definition
Hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer system.
Computer
Definition
A computer is an electronic device that accepts input, processes data according to instructions, stores results, and produces output.