Ram? Mouse? The first is an animal and one is a rodent right? Ram ... which is the zodiacal sign of Aries ... If this is what these words mean to you that you can certainly use this quick glossary of computer terminology. It would be a good idea to read before buying a computer because these are things you should know about first. If you already have a computer then these computer terms can help you know what to do if your new computer is unknown. Furthermore, this computer terminology can help if you have to call technical support.

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Cache: Cache is another type of RAM relatives. The computer uses cache to quickly move data between the RAM and CPU.

CD-ROM: Most new computers come with a CD-ROM drive as standard equipment. A CD-ROM drive reads data from a disk. These CDs look like a music CD, but keep the data instead of music. CD-ROM also contains games, dictionaries, recipe cards, and many other things that you can load onto your computer.

CPU: CPU, or central processing unit, is the brains of the computer. Most new Windows-based programs use a Pentium or AMD Athlon XP. New Macs use a different type of processor known as Power PC.

Hard Drive: Virtually all computers come with a disk drive that can read and save information on portable diskettes, also called floppy disks. You can use floppy disks to save information or to load new software on your computer.

Hard disk: Hard Drive is also known as the hard disk. Probably never see, because it is located inside the computer. E 'electronic filling cabinet of the computer, and it stores the computer's operating system, files, programs and documents.

Keyboard: Just like a typewriter keyboard, the device is the primary way to write data to computer programs.

Megahertz (MHz): This is the clock speed of the microprocessor. The higher the number, the faster processing. MHz on how many millions of instructions per second can be processed.

Memory: This is the circuit or device that contains information as electrical or magnetic. There are read-only memory (ROM), which is mainly the information stored on a disk, Random Access Memory (RAM), which is the storage chip in the computer. Memory is usually measured in megabytes (MB).

Modem: This mechanism connects a computer to a telephone line so that information can be sent from one computer to another or the user can access an online service or Internet. Given the popularity of the Internet, a modem is now considered basic equipment and comes on virtually all new computers. Most modems come with fax capabilities.

Monitor: An output device that lets you see what you do (which is what we need right now to see). Most computers come with 14 or 15 inch monitors. This size is suitable for the needs of most people. Over 17 or 21 inch monitors also are available but may cost more. I prefer 17 inches.

Motherboard: Motherboard is a printed circuit board that plugs into any computer. CPU, RAM and cache all plug into the motherboard.

Mouse: The mouse is another input device that lets you move your computer easier. It is an object of pocket is good for doing tasks such as moving and pointing to objects on the screen and can replace the function keys and control over the keyboard. (If you need a lesson in how the mouse works and how to use, click here for a tutorial.)

Printer: A printer is an important part of your computer if you want a hard copy of your work. There are four types of printers on the market: dot matrix, inkjet, laser and bubble jet. The dot matrix is the most fundamental. Most inkjets and bubble jets can print color and graphics, and a laser printer offers the best solution to the highest speed.

RAM: Computers save data in two ways: on the hard drive and memory or internal memory. New computer buyers should look for models with at least 16 MB of RAM (or more, depending on what types of programs that are running). Make sure the computer can be upgraded.

Scanner: A scanner is a useful accessory to have if you work with lots of illustrations or photographs. This device can copy written documents, pictures or photos directly on your computer. There are three types of scanners: handheld, hopper and flat.

Sound Card: This device allows the computer to reproduce music, voices and sounds. Make sure you have a sound card, if you're going to play multimedia games.

Video Card: The video card is part of the computer that sends images to the screen.

Well there you have it, a quick course on computer terms. I hope this has helped you in your buying a new computer, or help you with what you have.
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