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Grillo, Fabian
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10
Computer Science
9th Grade
01/07/2009

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HAND WRITING RECOGNITION
Definition
ability of a computer to receive and interpret intelligible handwritten input
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INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD
Definition
large interactive display that connects to a computer and projector.
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MEDIA STORAGE DEVICE
Definition
data storage devices that are used in the computers to store the data
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SCIENTIFIC PROBE
Definition
Scientists use this device in conjunction with a computer to translate data.
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GLOBAL POSTIONAL SYSTEM
Definition
worldwide radio-navigation system formed from a constellation of 24 satellites and their ground stations.
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ACCESS
Definition
act of reading data from or writing data to a storage device
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BARCODE SCANNER
Definition
What input devices read bar codes that allow tracking of both assets and inventory, checking items in, managing item locations, maintaining physical inventory, and controlling fixed assets?
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BIOMETRIC DEVICE
Definition
Identity is established based on physical characteristics. Eliminates the need for passwords
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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
Definition
digital display that uses liquid crystal cells that change reflectivity in an applied electric field; used for portable computer displays
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UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS
Definition
a type of connection used to connect external devices to a computer
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