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Design Thinking

A human-centered approach to problem-solving.

Traditional Problem Solving

A linear, step-by-step approach to resolving issues.

Empathy

Understanding problems from the user's perspective.

Input Devices

Hardware used to enter data into a computer.

Output Devices

Hardware that conveys information from a computer.

Microprocessor

Processes data but cannot store information.

RAM

Temporarily stores data and instructions for CPU.

CPU

Executes instructions and performs calculations.

Heat Sink

Dissipates heat to prevent overheating in components.

Floppy Drive

Reads/writes data on floppy disks for storage.

Hard Drive

Stores and retrieves digital data for devices.

Lossy Compression

Reduces file size by sacrificing image quality.

Lossless Compression

Reduces file size without losing any data.

Bit

Smallest unit of digital information (0 or 1).

Byte

Group of 8 bits representing a character.

Two-Factor Authentication

Requires two identifiers for account access.

Crowdsourced Data

Information collected from large groups online.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Computers acting on data through statistical analysis.

Machine Learning

Machines improving responses based on data feedback.

Analog Signal

Represents information with continuous variables.

Digital Signal

Processes data in binary states (0s and 1s).

Quantum Signal

Transmits information using quantum principles.