Commonly Used Computer Terms

Some commonly used computer terms in data entry or computer basics include:

Hardware: The physical components of a computer, such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and central processing unit (CPU).

Software: The programs, applications, and operating system that run on a computer.

Database: A collection of organized data that can be searched, retrieved, and manipulated using software applications.

Input devices: Hardware components used to enter data into a computer, such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, or microphone.

Output devices: Hardware components used to present data or information from a computer, such as a monitor, printer, or speakers.

Internet: A global network of interconnected computers and servers that enables users to communicate, share information, and access resources.

Email: A system for sending and receiving digital messages and documents over the internet.

Spreadsheet: A software application used for organizing and analyzing numerical data in rows and columns.

Word processing: A software application used for creating, editing, and formatting text documents.

File: A digital object that contains data or information and is stored on a computer’s hard drive or other storage media.

Understanding these commonly used computer terms is essential for performing data entry and other basic computer-related tasks.

Hardware – Physical components e.g. monitor, keyboard, mouse, chips, wires, buses etc.

Software – Instructions, programs for specific task but they cannot be touched.

Firmware – Software replaced for hardware and stored in read-only memory as in BIOS.

Units of a computer system

Input Unit – Data is accepted from the user by it like keyboard, mouse etc.

Output Unit – Data output and feedback is given by it like printer, monitor etc.

Storage Unit – Stores data and results of processing like hard disk, optical disk, pen drive, etc.

Central Processing Unit – Both control unit and arithmetic logical unit are called CPU.

Arithmetic Logical Unit – It is responsible for arithmetic and logical computations.

Control Unit – It maintains order by controlling flow of information.