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Speech recognition soft
________- ware allows a user to enter text and give commands to the computer by speaking into a microphone.
Memory
________ is hardware that stores information for instant retrieval and processing.
Software
________ is a computer program that contains a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
Input device
A(n) ________ is hardware that is used for entering data into a machine, such as a computer.
Sales figures
________, quantities, prices, and produc- tion costs can be listed and compared with a spreadsheet.
Laptops
________ and tablet PCs allow people to work outside the office.
RAM
The computer uses its random access memory (________) to hold all the data and instructions required during operations.
Ergonomics
________ are design factors for the workplace that are intended to maximize productivity by minimizing a workers discomfort.
Groupware
________ is project management software.
main parts
A computer system includes three ________: hardware, software, and data.
Microprocessor
A(n) ________ is a small computer chip.
high speeds
A computer is an electronic device that accepts, processes, stores, and outputs data at ________, based on programmed instructions.
Spreadsheet program
A(n) ________ is a computerized worksheet for entering and charting data.
Database management program
A(n) ________ is used to store data organized especially for rapid search and retrieval.
Communications software
________ allows access to databases, accounts, schedules, and other shared files.
central mainframe
In most companies, computers are linked through either a(n) ________ computer or a network.
Output device
A(n) ________ is hardware that is used for producing results from a machine.
Mainframe
A(n) ________ is a fast, powerful computer with a large storage capacity.
Desktop computer
A(n) ________ is a personal computer that is small enough to fit in an individual workspace.
Word processing
________ is the writing, editing, and production of documents, such as letters and reports, through the use of a computer program.
Desktop publishing software
________ is used to produce publications such as reports, newsletters, and magazines.
Word processing software
________, such as Microsoft Word, is used to create, edit, and print documents.
Presentation program
A(n) ________ includes software for creating slide shows for presentations.
Software
________ is also referred to as a program or an application.
With e-learning, workers can be trained in an efficient and cost
effective way
A computer system includes three main parts
hardware, software, and data
Computer systems include at least four hardware elements
a microprocessor; memory; input and output devices; and data storage devices
Sales figures, quantities, prices, and produc
tion costs can be listed and compared with a spreadsheet
Speech recognition soft
ware allows a user to enter text and give commands to the computer by speaking into a microphone
There are three categories of groupware
communication tools, conferencing tools, and collaborative management (or coordination) tools
