At the end of this class you should be able to:

• Describe the system unit
• Define the term bit and describe how a series of bits are used to represent data
  Identify the major components of the system unit and explain their functions
• Explain how the CPU uses the four steps of a machine cycle to process data
  
• Describe the four types of input as well as input devices
  
• List the characteristics of a keyboard and identify various types of keyboards
  
• Identify various types of pointing devices
  
• Differentiate among the four types of output
  
• Identify the different types of output devices
  
• Explain differences among various types of printers
  
• Differentiate between storage and memory
  
• Identify types of storage media and devices
  
• Explain how data is stored on 3.5-inch disks, hard disks, CD-ROMs, and DVDs
  
• Differentiate between CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs

 

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