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computer class
vocabulary
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| activation key | combination of letters and numbers a user must enter before using software |
| adapter card | adds additional functions to a computer by plugging into a motherboard |
| application software | computer programs are designed to help users complete tasks on their computers or smartphones |
| byte | basic measurement unit of computer storage and memory |
| download | transfer of a file from the internet to a computer |
| graphic user interface (GUI) | a way to manipulate a computer system by interacting with graphics instead of typing commands |
| hard disk drive | permanent storage |
| hardware | physical parts on a computer |
| input device | provides information for computer to process |
| memory card | data storage device used in digital cameras and smartphones |
| motherboard | large circuit board of a computer where peripherals attatch |
| network | group of connected computers |
| operating system | system software provided to a computer user by the computer manufacturer |
| presentation application | a computer program that allows users to create a show to display for an audience with the ability to use media |
| processor | computing center of a computer where all information is processed |
| random access memory (RAM) | temporary storage |
| server | host computer that delivers web pages and other apps. |
| software | a program that is not a physical device that directs the computer to perform certain tasks |
| software upgrade | a change in an application or new feature added to a software program that a developer releases usually on the internet for users to add |
| spreadsheet application | a computer program that allows a user to create worksheets with data in rows and columns to sort and manipulate as needed |
| storage device | a device that keeps a computer a computer's information even when it is off, until the user decides to delete the information |
| utility program | computer software that maintains the system for maximum performance |
| word processing | a computer program that allows a user to create documents with text |
| browsing | process of performing a search of online categories in order to find a website or web page |
| citation | a quote from a larger work |
| credibility | whether or not a source provides reliable, accurate information checked and verified by an expert |
| domain name | the words or numbers known as IP addresses that identifies a website |
| e-commerce | the buying and selling of goods online |
| home page | the first page in a group of pages on a website that describes the sites purpose and navigational structure for moving through the website |
| internet service provider (ISP) | a company that sells internet connectivity to individuals |
| keyword | a term or group of terms used to find information on the web |
| malware | computer software that works as an independent program that infects a computers files and programs after being downloaded from what looks like a trusted source |
| netiquette | informemal rules of behavior for communicating on the web |
| new media | content not traditionally delivered in digital form that is now found online |
| phishing | the practice of using spam e-mail to elicit a response and obtain a computer user's private information |
| rootkit | a computer virus that attacks a computers internal storage system |
| search engine | an automated database that delivers a list of links as a response to a specific keyword request from the user |
| social engineering | the usually criminal practice of manipulating a person into providing sensitive information online |
| social networks | an online community |
| trojan horse | a computer virus disguised as a normal program after being downloaded from an e-mail pop-up advertisement or downloaded software |
| world wide web | a collection of internet sites that provide text, graphics, sound, video, and other digital content |
| central processing unit | the main system of a computer that controls and carries out its function |
| contest-sensitive menus | these shortcut menu choices appear as a user right-clicks on the computer screem |
| dialog box | a window that appears during the use of a computer application the window contains a question or request confirmation of an action the user must reply to before continuing |
| format painter | a command on the home tab that provides access to document formatting style |
| function key | one of the 12 keys located at the top of the computer keyboard labeled f1 through f12 they are used to perform shortcut functions |
| key tips | a window ribbon feature allowing a user to use the keyboard keys instead of a mouse to switch tabs or activate commands from the quick access toolbar |
| menu | a graphical collection of options that appears on your desktop so you can perform a function on your computer |
| microsoft access | the database creation and management program in the microsoft office suite |
| microsoft excel | the spreadsheet program in the microsoft office suite |
| microsoft office 2010 | a suite of computer programs created and distributed by microsoft that includes word processing,spreadsheet, presentation, and database software |
| microsoft one note | the multiuser collaboration program in the microsoft office suite |
| microsoft power point | presentation software in the microsoft office suite |
| microsoft outlook | a personal information manager and e-mail client that is offered as part of the microsoft office suite or as a standalone product |
| microsoft publisher | the desktop publishing program in the microsoft office suite |
| microsoft word | the word processing program in the microsoft office suite |
| network drive | a location on a server where networked users can access shared files by mapping to the specific location where they reside |
| quick access toolbar | a group of frequently used commands on the window ribbon interface you can customize the set of commands it displays |
| recycle bin | a location on the desktop represented by a wastepaper basket icon where files appear after you delete them |
| scrollbar | sliding control tools on the bottom and side of the computer window that allows you to navigate within your document |
| shortcut | the graphical icons on your desktop for programs you access frequently or those you choose to access directly from your desktop |
| status bar | this is a row of information about the current application that appears at the bottom of the document |
| task bar | appears at the bottom of the computer desktop screen and displays all running programs, diagnostics, and the date and time |
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