SC.7.CO.1.3

Describe the relationship between hardware and software.

Clarifications

Clarification 1: Hardware and software including basic input/output systems (BIOS), operating systems and firmware.
General Information
Subject Area: Computer Science (Starting 2025-2026)
Grade: 7
Strand: Computing Components
Date Adopted or Revised: 07/24
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
0200022: M/J Grade 7 Digital Discoveries (Specifically in versions: 2025 and beyond (current))
0200024: M/J Navigating Technology: Digital Literacy and Digital Citizenship (Specifically in versions: 2025 and beyond (current))
0200025: M/J Introduction to Cybersecurity (Specifically in versions: 2025 and beyond (current))

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