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ALH111 vocab 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Activation key | A combination of letters and numbers a user must enter before using software. These access codes serve as an intellectual property protection for the software developer, granting a license to the user and preventing multiple downloads. |
| Adapter card | A card that adds additional functions to a computer by plugging into the motherboard. |
| Application software | These computer programs are designed to help users complete tasks on their computers or smartphones. |
| Byte | The basic measurement unit of a computer storage and memory, equivalent to one character of text. |
| Download | The transfer of a file from the internet to your computer. |
| Graphical User Interface (GUI) | A way to manipulate a computer system by interacting with the graphics instead of by tying in commands. |
| Hard disk drive | The permanent storage on a computer. |