# Student Handout — Computer Terminology & Basic System Functions

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- Published: 2026-10-18T12:24:30-04:00
- Author: matthew.leffler@jefferson.kyschools.us

Course 1: Computer Literacy / Unit 1: Introduction to Computer Literacy & Troubleshooting/
Lesson 1: Computer Terminology & Basic System Functions

## Computer Terminology & System Functions Reference Sheet & Matching Matrix.

Name: ____________________ Date: ____________________

## Explore and practice

Direct instruction on hardware vs. software, guided matching activity, and independent
glossary definition buildout.

## Record your work

Describe what you tried, show your work or attach your artifact, and explain what
your evidence demonstrates.

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## Use the vocabulary

CPU, RAM, Hardware, Software, Firmware, Peripheral, Input Device, Output Device,
Storage, BIOS

Use relevant terms above to explain one part of your work.

## Check and reflect

 * I completed the assigned activity and recorded my work.
 * I used lesson vocabulary accurately.
 * I can explain one thing I learned and one question I still have.