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Hardware
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 Physical electronic components that make up a computer system. |
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Software
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 The operating system and programs used by a computer. |
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Power Supply
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 Converts AC ( Alternating Current) into the lower voltages of DC ( Direct Current), which powers all the computer's components. Power supplies are rated in watts. |
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Alternating Current
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Current that changes direction at a uniformly repetitious rate. This type of electricity typically is provided by a utlity company and is accessed by wall sockets.
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Direct Current
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Current flowing in one direction, as used in a battery.
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Form Factor
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The physical size and shape of computer components.
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Uninterruptible Power Supply
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A device that maintains a continuous supply of electric power to connected equipment by supplying power from a separate source when utility power is unavaliable.
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Keyed Connector
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Connectors that are designed to be inserted in one direction only.
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Molex Keyed Connector
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Connects to optical drives, hard drives, or other devices that use older technology.
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Berg Keyed Connector
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Connector that connects to a floppy drive. Smaller than a Molex connector.
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SATA Keyed Connector
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Connecter that connects to an optiocal drive or a hard drive. Is wider and thinner than a Molex connector.
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20-pin
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A slotted connector that connects to the motherboard. The connector has 2 rows of 10 pins each.
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24-pin
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A slotted connector that connects to the motherboard. The connector has two rows of 12 pins each.
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