Computer Terms

What is software?
Downloadable material to be used on the computer for certain purposes. Gives intructions to the computer so it can run what you want it to run.
Ex: Microsoft Office

What is hardware?
Anything you can touch on the computer is known as hardware.
Example: Keyboard

What is CPU?
Central Processing Unit- carries out instructions from your keyboard for example (like the brain of the computer)

What is RAM?
Random Access Memory- non-volatile, helps the computer to run at faster speeds

What is ROM?
Read Only Memory- saves information even if the power is shut off

What does a hard drive do?
The hard drive is used for storage of materials you can access later.

What is a server?
A very large central processor that many devices can run off of.
Example: Google