1. BCT Section 1.3 & 1.4 Terms
Input & Output Devices,
Software & Computer Care
1. Word Processing Business Application Programs that allow you to
create, edit, and print text documents
2. Spreadsheet Numbered Rows and Lettered Columns
3. Database Business software that lets you set up an electronic
filing systems
4. Utility Help you perform housekeeping chores complete
specialized tasks related to managing the computer’s
resources, file management, and so on
5. Application Software Programs that work with OS software to help you use
your computer to do specific types of work.
6. System Software A group of programs that coordinate and control the
resources and operations of the computer to
communicate
7. Integrated Software Combine several software applications into one
program
8. Desktop Publishing Uses both pictures and words to give you the ability to
create documents
9. Communications Works with your modems or network hardware and
allows your computer to communicate with other
computers
10. Multimedia Combines text, graphics, audio, video, and animation
11. Input Devices Hardware that allows you to communicate with your
computer
12. Output Devices Hardware that allows your computer to communicate
with the user
13. Magnetic Storage Devices Oxide-coated plastic storage media called mylar
14. Hard Disk Drive Magnetic platter that holds a large amount of
information in a form that a computer can understand
15. Floppy Disk Flat circles of iron-oxide coated plastic enclosed in a
hard plastic case
16. Zip Disk Up to 1 GB of storage

2. 17. Magnetic Tape Drives Used for making backup copies of large volumes of
data
18. Optical Discs Use laser technology to write and read data on platter
19. CD-ROM Compact Disk Read Only Memory
20. DVD Digital Video Disk
21. Operating System Provide an interface between the user or application
program and the computer hardware
22. Graphical User Interface Graphical symbols represent files, disks, programs and
other objects
23. Proper Computer Care 1. No food and drink
2.Avoid dusty locations
3. Use a surge protector
4. Keep magnets away
5. Do not block vents on CPU
6. Avoid bright sunny locations
7. Do not move the computer while in use
8. Always exit programs properly
9. Use a virus check program on a regular basis
24. Proper Diskette Care 1. 1. Do not remove from drives while drive is running
or light is on.
2. Avoid contact with magnets & electromagnetic
fields.
3. Keep disks stored in a clean, cool and dry place with
a protective cover.
4. Keep protective metal slider in place.
5. Use a virus check program on a regular basis.
6. Avoid hot & cold locations.
7. Make a Back-up copy of your programs and files.
25. Proper CD ROM Care 1. Keep CDs stored in a clean, cool and dry place with
a protective cover.
2. Avoid touching the back side of the CD; to avoid
scratches.
3. Avoid hot and cold locations.
4. Make a back-up copy of your programs and files.
5. Insert into CD ROM Drive properly; label facing
up.
6. Only write on CD’s with a CD Marking Pen on a
label or the correct side of the CD

3. 26. Proper Printer Care 1. Avoid cold, hot, and dusty locations.
2. Always use the correct ink or toner replacement.
3. Always have the proper printer cable connected to
your computer.
4. Never pull paper out of a printer in motion.
5. Do not turn off the printer while printing.
6. Read the instruction manual before operating a
printer.
7. Always use the proper type of paper in your printer.
27. How to Maintain your Start a Log of information on your System
Computer System
1. Serial numbers, Vendor support telephone
numbers
2. User IDs
3. Date and vendor for each equipment and
software purchase.
4. List of Error Messages
5. Periodically review disk directories and delete
unneeded files.
6. Make sure all plug-ins are secure at all times.
7. Turn off the power and disconnect the
equipment form the power source before you
open the inside of you computer.
8. Keep surrounding area dirt and dust free.
9. Back up files and data regularly.
10.Periodically defragment your hard disk.
11.Protect your system from computer viruses
12.Learn to use system diagnostic programs
28. Ergonomics The science of designing equipment for a comfortable
and safe working environment