Principles of Business, Unit 3: Chapter 11

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  1. computer
    a machine for performing calculations automatically
  2. hardware
    the mechanical components making up a computer system
  3. software
    written programs operating on a computer system
  4. network
    a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits
  5. system
    a group of independent elements comprising a unified whole
  6. central
    serving as an essential component
  7. process
    perform mathematical and logical operations on
  8. unit
    an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity
  9. program
    a sequence of instructions that a computer can execute
  10. language
    a means of communicating by the use of sounds or symbols
  11. operate
    perform as expected when applied
  12. application
    a program that gives a computer instructions
  13. assist
    give help; be of service
  14. instruction
    activities that impart knowledge or skill
  15. commerce
    transactions supplying goods and services
  16. mechanical
    using tools or devices
  17. device
    an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
  18. artificial
    contrived by art rather than nature
  19. intelligence
    the ability to comprehend
  20. expert
    a person with special knowledge who performs skillfully
  21. aid
    give help or assistance; be of service
  22. design
    the act of working out the form of something
  23. commute
    a regular journey to and from your place of work
  24. piracy
    the act of plagiarizing
  25. virus
    a software program capable of reproducing itself
  26. graphic
    a visual image
  27. digital
    using or characteristic of computerized technology
  28. component
    one of the individual parts making up a larger entity
  29. byte
    a sequence of data processed as a single unit of information
  30. vital
    urgently needed; absolutely necessary
Created on Thu Oct 20 17:08:11 EDT 2016 (updated Thu Oct 27 14:56:16 EDT 2016)

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