Flashcards
Computing Flashcards: Key words
Cards in this deck (8)
- 1AlgorithmsA sequence of logical instructions for carrying out a task. In computing, algorithms are needed to design computer programs.
- 2SequenceIn computer programming, this is a set of actions that follow on one from another.
- 3SelectionA decision within a computer program when the program decides to move on based on the results of an event.
- 4BinaryA number system that contains two digits, 0 and 1. Also known as base 2.
2 4 8 16 32
0 1 0 1 0= 20 - 5Control FlowThis refers to the order in which actions are carried out in a process. This is often illustrated using flow charts.
- 6LoopA method used in programming to repeat a set of instructions.
- 7ExecuteTo run a computer program.
- 8USBUniversal serial bus (USB): connects peripheral devices to a computer, e.g. a camera, memory stick, keyboard, mouse or mobile.