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chaopter 3 vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| downloading | saving files from a web site |
| uploading | the reverse of downlaoding, you are then saving files to web sites |
| compressed files | may contain, multiple native-format files.. like documents or pictures |
| selfextracting compressed files | can be decompressed by double- clicking |
| shareware | software that can be installed and used, purchased delayed startup |
| freeware | can not be restricted version of for-purchase software to be considered freeware |
| for-purchase software | must buy to use |
| instant messaging | when messages can be sent between people quickly |
| text messaging | used for basic type of remote meeting |
| teleconfrencing | verbal comm. with 3 or more people on a telephone call |
| podcast | series of digital media files |
| web seminiars | like teleconfrencing but with video added |
| online meetings | allow people to take teleconfrencing and web siminiars 1 step further |
| social media | internet based tool, allows users to share info. within a group |
| blogs | websities maintained by an individual who posts topics or opinions |
| social bookmarking | method of saving bookmarks to a public web site |
| social networking sites | web sites that allow users to share info. for the purpose of building relationships |
| professional networking sites | similar to social networking sites in their setup and operation. |
| cell phones | were basic telephones that allowed user to move around |
| smartphones | can be used to check email, surf the web, take pictures and talk on the phone |
| voicemai | modern version of answering machine |
| pagers | a device to let the user know a message is waiting |
| wireless teachnology | used to connect devices without use of lines, cables, or other type of physical connection |
| malware | program intended to damage, destroy, or steal data on a computer system. |
| identity theft | form of fraud occurs when somebody takes your personal info. & pretends to be you to make credit purchases and etc. |