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• Random method of access

  Data can be open directly regardless of how it is physically stored
• Sequential method of access

  Data must be processed in the order of how it is physically stored
• Optical character recognition (scanner)

  A device that reads characters directly from documents based on their shape and position on the source document
• Point-of-sale recorder


  A device connected to a computer that takes place in a cash register or any similar device, which allows instant recording of transactions and is capable of keeping perpetual inventory
• Output devices


  Translate processed data into a form understandable by the user
• Plotter


  • A device used to print graphical output on paper, it interprets computer commands and makes lines/drawings on paper using multi-coloured automated pens
• Data storage


  Serves as the warehouse of data processed by a computer, such as a hard disk. This can either be fixed or removable
• Operating system


  A group of computer programs that monitor and control all the input, output, processing and storage devices and operations on a computer
• Application software


  Written by programming languages such as Turbo C, Assembly, Java. These are programs designed for specific use or desired processing such as payroll preparation, word processing, graphics, database systems and accounting software
• Database management software


  A software package for the purpose of creating and maintaining databases
• Interpreter


  Converts each source code instruction to object code as it is executed
• Minicomputer


  • While large and powerful, but not as large and powerful as a mainframe computer
• Microcomputer


  • Small computer such as a personal computer or laptop
• Computer software


  Refers to the configuration of hardware and software that is intended for a specific purpose
• Decision support system


  Computer-based information that combines models and data to resolve non-structured problems with extensive user involvement
• Management information system


  A system designed to provide past, present and future information for planning, organizing, and controlling the operations of an organization
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• Most common flowchart symbols

  • Terminator symbol
  • Action symbol
  • Decision symbol
  • Directional flow symbol
  • Input and output symbol
• Advanced symbols for flowchart pros

  • Preparation symbol
  • Alternate process symbol
  • Predefined process symbol
  • Loop limit symbol
  • Delay symbol
  • Manual input symbol
  • Manual operation symbol
• Flowchart symbols for storing and sharing data

  • Document symbol
  • Data storage and stored data symbol
  • Internal storage symbol
  • Hard disk symbol
  • Database
  • Collate symbol
  • Sort symbol
  • Annotation/comment symbol
  • Display symbol
• Flowchart symbols for seamless navigation

  • Or symbol
  • Merge symbol
  • Summoning junction symbol
  • On-page connector symbol
  • Off-page connector symbol
• Flowchart symbols template