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CSS103
Computer vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Activation Key | combination of numbers and letters a user must enter before using software |
| Adapter Card | card that adds functions to a computer by plugging into the motherboard |
| Application Software | computer programs designed to help users complete tasks |
| Byte | basic unit of measurement for computer memory |
| Download | transfer of a file from the internet to your computer |
| Graphical user interface | way to manipulate a computer system by interacting with graphics |
| Hard disk drive | permanent storage on a computer |
| Hardware | physical parts of a computer |
| input device | device that provides info for the comuputer to process |
| memory card | data storage device used in digital cameras and smartphones |
| motherboard | large circuit board of a computer where peripherals attach |
| network | group of connected computers |
| operating system | system software provided to a computer user by the manufacturer |
| presentation application | program that allows users to create a show to display for an audience |
| processor | computing center of a computer where all info is processed |
| random access memory | temporary storage on a computer |
| server | host computer that delivers web pages and other qapps to your browser |
| software | program that is not a physical device that directs the computer to perform tasks |
| software upgrade | new content for a software program that developers release for users to add |
| spreadsheet application | program allowing users to create worksheets with data in rows and columns |
| storage device | device that keeps a computers information until users decide to delete it |
| utility program | software that maintains the system for maximum performance |
| word processing | program allowing user to create text documents |
| browsing | process of performing a search of online categories to find a website |
| citation | quote from a larger work |
| credibility | whether or not a source provided reliable accurate info |
| domain name | words or numbers that identify a website (IP address) |
| e-commerce | buying and selling of goods online |
| home page | first page in a group of webpages that describes the purpose of the site |
| internet service provider | compnay that sells internet access to individuals |
| keyword | term or group of terms used to find info on the web |
| malware | software that works independently to infect a computers files and programs |
| netiquette | informal rules of behavior for communication on the web |
| new media | content not traditionally delivered in digital form thats now found online |
| phishing | using spam email to elicit a response and obtaining user private data |
| rootkit | virus that attacks a computers internal storage system |
| search engine | automated database that delivers a list of links in response to a search queary |
| social engineering | criminal practice of manipulating a person into providing sensitive info online |
| social networks | online community |
| trojan horse | virus disguised as a normal program that infeects a computer after download |
| world wide web | collection of internet sites that provide text graphics sound video and other digital content |
| central processing unit | main system of a computer that controls and carries out functions |
| context-sensitive menus | right click on a computer screen |
| dialog box | window that appears during use of an applicaton |
| format painter | command on the home tab that provides access to document formatting styles |
| function key | one of the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard |
| key tips | allows user to use keyboard commands instead of the mouse |
| menu | graphical collection of options that appears on your desktop |
| microsoft access | database creation and management program |
| microsoft excel | spreadsheet program |
| microsoft office | suite of computer programs that includes word and other office software |
| microsoft onenote | multiuser collaboration program |
| microsoft outlook | personal info manager and email client |
| microsoft power point | presentation software |
| microsoft publisher | desktop publishing program |
| microsoft word | word processing program |
| network drive | location on a server where users can access shared files by mapping their location |
| quick access toolbar | group of frequently used commands |
| recycle bin | icon on desktop where files go when you delete them |
| scroll bar | sliding control bars that allow you to navigate within a document |
| shortcut | icons on desktop for programs frequently accessed |
| status bar | info about current application that appears in window at bottom of document |
| task bar | located at bottom of desktop and displays all running programs frequently used programs and date and time |
| ctrl+c | copy |
| ctrl+v | paste |
| ctrl+x | cut |
| ctrl+z | undo |
| ctrl+y | redo |
| delete | delete selected item |
| ctrl+right arrow | move cursor to beginning of next word |
| ctrl+left arrow | move cursor to beginning of previous word |
| ctrl+down arrow | move cursor to beginning of next paragraph |
| ctrl+a | select all items in a document window |
| Alt+Tab | switch between open items |
| Alt+Esc | cycle through items in the order they were opened |
| Ctrl+Esc | open the start menu |
| Esc | cancle the current task |
| ctrl+shift | switch the keyboard layout when multiple keyboard layouts are enabled |
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