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ICT Terms
ICT L2 terms and definitions
Term | Definition |
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computer | an electronic device for storing and processing information |
server | a computer that controls access to a network |
processor | the part of the computer that executes commands |
motherboard | the main circuit board of your computer that everything else plugs into |
LCD | a super-thin display used for screens |
spreadsheet | programme used for working with numbers and accounts |
database | a set of data on a computer |
flashdrive | also known as a memory stick |
harddisk | permanent device for storing large amounts of data |
jpeg | file extension good for web photos |
bitmap | file extension for high quality graphic files |
byte | 8 bits of data, usually the size of 1 letter on the screen |
firewall | security system to stop hacking into systems |
hyperlink | link between docuemnts or sites |
homepage | first page on a web-browser |
bluetooth | device allowing wireless communication over a short distance |
download | copy from one computer to another |
wifi | wireless fidelity |
electronic communication | |
hardware | physical parts of the computer |
software | collection of instructions in a programme |
hacker | programmer who breaks into others' computers |
scanner | device to convert paper to electronic format |
spam | irrelevant or inappropriate messages |
podcast | multimedia file for download |
password | mixture of letters and numbers to protect access |