Basic computer literacy terms every kid learning to code should know, such as hardware, software, and input.
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- What is hardware?
- The physical parts of a computer, like the keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
- What is software?
- Programs and applications that run on a computer.
- What is the CPU?
- The processor that performs calculations and runs programs.
- What is RAM?
- Fast temporary memory that stores data while a program is running.
- What is storage?
- Long-term memory where files and programs are saved.
- What is an input device?
- Any device you use to give information to a computer.
- What is an output device?
- Any device that displays or sends information from a computer.
- What is a bug in programming?
- An error or problem in a program that makes it not work correctly.
- What is an algorithm?
- A step-by-step set of instructions to solve a problem or complete a task.
- What is a variable in programming?
- A container that stores a value or piece of data.
- What is a loop in programming?
- A block of code that repeats until a condition is met.
- What is a conditional in programming?
- A statement that runs different code based on whether a condition is true or false.
- What is a function in programming?
- A reusable block of code that performs a specific task.
- What is data?
- Information or facts that a computer stores and processes.
- What is the internet?
- A global network of computers that share information and communicate.