Flashcards: Understanding Modern Computing Devices — 24 cards

Programmer — role?

Develops software instructions for computers.

Computer programmer — synonym?

Same as programmer, emphasizing coding role.

Developer — broader scope?

Involved in entire software creation process.

Programming language — purpose?

Sets of instructions for software development.

Program development tool — examples?

IDEs, compilers, debugging environments.

Popular programming languages?

C++, Java, JavaScript, Visual C#, Visual Basic.

Computer categories — main types?

Personal, mobile, servers, mainframes, supercomputers, embedded.

Personal computer — capabilities?

Performs input, processing, output, storage independently.

Desktop computer — design?

Stationary, placed on or under a desk.

Mobile computer — example?

Laptop, tablet, portable device.

Mobile device — key feature?

Small, handheld, wireless connectivity.

Notebook vs Netbook — difference?

Netbooks are smaller, less powerful, cheaper.

Smartphone — primary function?

Mobile communication with multimedia and apps.

Digital camera — main function?

Capture and store digital photographs.

Game console — purpose?

Play video games, often connect to TV.

Convergence of devices — meaning?

Different device functionalities merge into one gadget.

Computer size — relationship to power?

Larger usually means higher processing capacity.

Supercomputers — use?

Scientific simulations, complex calculations.

Personal computer — hardware?

Processor, memory, input/output devices, storage.

Mainframes — role?

Manage large-scale data, support many users.

Mobile device types?

Smartphones, PDAs, media players, digital cameras.

Smartphone features?

Communication, internet, multimedia, personal management.

Media players — functions?

Play, organize digital media; some internet access.

Game handhelds — example?

Nintendo DS, Sony PSP.