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Digital Literacy
Define words that are used in the digital world
Term | Definition |
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Malware | Stands for malicious software or code, which includes any harmful code—trojans, worms, spyware, adware, etc.—that is designed to damage the computer or collect information. |
Open Source | Programming code with limited or no copyright restrictions, allowing you to legally modify and share the software program. |
Phishing | A con game that scammers use to collect personal information from unsuspecting users. |
Trojan Horse | Software programs that hide inside regular programs, such as games, disk utilities, and even antivirus programs. |
Worm | A type of virus that replicates itself, but does not change any files on your machine. However, it can multiply so many times that it takes up all your computer's available memory or hard disk space. |
Upstander | Someone who takes action to stop bullying behavior or other inappropriate behaviors. |
Software Patch | May be an upgrade (adding more features), a bug fix, a new hardware driver or update to address new issues such as security or stability problems. |
Perpetrator | Another word for bully. |
Listserve | An online list that allows users to send e-mail to one address, where messages are then copied and sent to all of the people on the list. |
Jeopardize | To put something at risk or in danger, such as your reputation or digital footprint. |