What is the difference between computer hardware and software?

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Information Systems

Complete Parts A and B.

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Part A

Define each vocabulary word in the following table. Use your textbook or an outside source as references.

Provide examples where requested, use complete sentences, and be clear and concise when explaining your answers.

Vocabulary Words	Definitions	Purpose	Type (If Applicable)
Information system
Hardware
CPU
Memory and storage
Input and output devices
Software
Operating systems

Part B

Write a 150- to 350-word response to each of the following questions based on this week’s readings and your personal experience. Use your own words and provide examples to support your answers.

1. What is the difference between computer hardware and software?

2. Why is the use of information systems in health care important? Explain your answer.