Python Programming CH.1

What is a program

A set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task

Program is commonly referred to as ______

Software

What is Hardware

All of the devices/components that make up a computer

What are he five major components of a computer system

Central processing unit, input devices, output devices, secondary storage devices, and main memory

Main Memory is also known as ______

Random Access memory

What part of the computer actually runs programs

The central processing unit

Serves as a work area to store a program and its data while the program is running

Main memory

Holds data for long periods of time, even when the computer is turned off

Secondary storage

Collects data from people and from other devices

Input devices

Formats and presents data for people or other devices

Output devices

Fundamental set of programs that control the internal operations of the computer’s hardware

Operating Systems

Program that performs specialized tasks such as virus scanner or data backup program

Utility programs

Programs that make a computer useful for everyday tasks

Application software

What is the most important component of the computer

Central processing unit

Person who can design, create, and test computer programs

Programmer or Software developer

Main memory is only used for what type of storage

Temporary

What 3 things does a computer do

Input, output, and process

Programs that programmers use to create, modify, and test software

Software Development

The programs that control and manage the basic operations of a computer

System Software

Everything a computer does is controlled by _________

Software

USB stands for

Universal serial bus