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password
A string of characters that the user must enter before the
system allows access or system privileges.
peripheral
Input or output device not under direct computer control.
A printer is a peripheral device.
pixels
Picture elements. Tiny dots that make up a screen image.
port
Provides the means for an interface between the micro-
processor and external devices. A cable connector is usu-
ally plugged into the port to attach the device to the
computer.
processor
In a computer, a functional unit that interprets and exe-
cutes instructions.
prompt
A special symbol indicating the beginning of an input line.
Also a message that appears on the screen indicating that
the user must take a certain action.
R
RAM
Random Access Memory. A storage device into which
data is entered and from which data is retrieved in a non-
sequential manner.
read
To extract data from a storage device such as a diskette.
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