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Computer Concepts
Ch. 02 The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| address | way for browser to connect to resources |
| Advanced Research Project Agency Network (APPANET) | national computer network funded by the United States |
| AJAX | advanced use of JavaScript, is used to create interactive websites that respond quickly. |
| applets | programs that can be downloaded quickly and run by most browsers. They are used to display graphics, provide interactive games, and more. |
| attachment | many e-mail programs allow you to attach files such as documents and images. |
| BitTorrent | distributes file transfers across many different computers for more efficient downloads. |
| blog | Many individuals create personal websites to keep in touch with friends and family, also known as web logs. |
| browser | programs that provide access to web resources. |
| business-to-business (B2B) | commerce involves the sale of a product or service from one business to another. |
| business-to-consumer (B2C) | commerce involves the sale of a product or service to the general public or end users. It is the fastest-growing type of e-commerce. |
| cable | way to connect to ISP |
| cascading style sheets (CSS) | separate files references by or lines inserted into an HTML document that control the appearance of a web page. |
| Circles | Google Inc's service for grouping individuals according to common interests or other criteria |
| client-based e-mail system | require a special program known as an e-mail client to be installed on your computer. |
| cloud computing | uses the Internet and the web to shift many of these computer activities from the user’s computer to other computers on the Internet. |
| consumer-to-consumer (C2C) | commerce involves individuals selling to individuals. |
| digital cash | is the Internet’s equivalent to traditional cash. |
| domain name | indicates the specific address where the resource is located |
| downloading | using file transfer utility software, you can copy files to your computer from specially configured servers. |
| DSL | way to connect to ISP |
| e-commerce | is the buying and selling of goods over the Internet, also known as the electronic commerce. |
| e-learning | taking online courses |
| electronic mail | also known as an e-mail, is the transmission of electronic messages over the Internet. |
| e-mail client | communicates with the e-mail service providers |
| was initially launched by a student at Harvard University for college students in 2004. By 2008 it was the most widely used social networking site. | |
| Facebook groups | Communities of individuals who share a common interest often create; These groups allow a number of people to come together online to share information and discuss specific subjects. |
| Facebook pages | promote products and services |
| Facebook Profiles | individuals create and include photos, lists of personal interests, contact information, and other personal information. |
| file transfer protocol (FTP) | allow you to efficiently copy files to and from your computer across the Internet, and are frequently used for uploading changes to a website hosted by an Internet Service Provider. |
| filter | block access to selected sites. |
| friend | to use instant messaging, you register with an instant messaging service and specify a list of _. |
| Google + | also known as Google Plus, launched in 2011. It is a combination of some of Google Inc.’s previously existing services with some new services. |
| Hangouts | Google Inc service for communicating with up to 10 people at a time. |
| header | appears first in an e-mail |
| hit | To use a search website, you enter a keyword or phrase reflecting the information you want. The search engine compares your entry against its database and returns a list, or sites that contain the keywords. |
| hyperlink | connect to other documents containing related information - text files, graphic images,audio, and video clips. |
| Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) | markup language for displaying web pages. |
| instant messaging (IM) | allows two or more people to contact each other via direct, live communication |
| Internet security suite | collection of utility programs designed to maintain your security and privacy while you are on the web. |
| Internet service provider (ISP) | most common way to access the Internet; provide a path or connection for individuals to access the Internet. |
| JavaScript | language often used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features, such as opening new browser windows and checking information entered in online forms. |
| link | connect to other documents containing related information - text files, graphic images,audio, and video clips. |
| started in 2003 and has become the premier business-oriented social networking site. Although not nearly as large as Facebook or Google+, it is the largest social networking site focusing on business professionals. | |
| location | way for browser to connect to resources |
| message | the letter of an e-mail |
| mircoblog | publishes short sentences that take only a few seconds to write, rather than long stories or posts like a traditional blog. |
| MMS (multimedia messaging service) | sending images, video, and sound using variations of SMS |
| mobile browser | designed to run on portable devices |
| online | being connected to the Internet |
| plug-in | programs that are automatically started and operate as part of your browser |
| podcast | do not use streaming technology |
| protocol | rules for exchanging data between computers. |
| search engine | are specialized programs that assist you in locating information on the web and the Internet. |
| search service | operate websites that can help you locate the information you need. |
| secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) | allow you to efficiently copy files to and from your computer across the Internet, and are frequently used for uploading changes to a website hosted by an Internet Service Provider. |
| signature | identifies the sender of an e-mail. |
| social networking | is one of the fastest-growing and most significant Web 2.0 applications. |
| spam | unwanted and unsolicited e-mails |
| spam blocker | also known as spam filters, most effective approach to controlling spam |
| specialized search engine | focus on subject-specific websites. |
| spider | continually look for new information and update the search services’ databases. |
| subject | one-line description, used to present the topic of the message of an e-mail. |
| text messaging | also known as texting or SMS (Short message service); process of sending a short electronic message typically less than 160 characters, using a wireless network to another person, who views the message on a mobile device such as a smartphone |
| top-level domain (LTD) | last part of the domain name following the dot (.) |
| tweet | Over 250 active users send over 500 million Twitter messages |
| The most popular microblogging site enables you to add new content from your browser, instant messaging application, or even a mobile phone. | |
| uniform resource locator (URL) | For browsers to connect to resources, the location or address of the resources must be specified. These addresses are called |
| uploading | using file transfer utility software to copy files from your computer to another computer on the Internet. |
| Web 1.0 | first generation of the web; focused on linking existing information |
| Web 2.0 | second generation of the web; evolved to support more dynamic content creation and social interaction. |
| Web 3.0 | Current generation of the web; focuses on applications that automatically prepare personalized content for users. |
| web auction | are similar to traditional auctions except that buyers and sellers seldom, if ever, meet face to face. |
| web-based e-mail system | do not require an e-mail program to be installed on your computer. |
| web-based file transfer services | make use of a web browser to upload and download files. |
| webcasts | technology in which audio and video files are continuously downloaded to your computer while you are listening to and/or viewing the file content, also known as streaming. |
| webmail | e-mailing through a web-based e-mail system |
| webmail client | when the computer's browser connects to an e-mail provider's computer |
| webmaster | develop and maintain websites and resources. |
| web page | browser interprets the HTML formatting instructions and displays the document |
| web suffix | typically identifies the type of organization; For example (.com) |
| web utility | specialized utility programs tat make using the Internet and the Web easier and safer. |
| wiki | is a website specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site’s content. |
| Wikipedia | an online encyclopedia, written and edited by anyone who wants to contribute, that has millions of entries in over 20 languages. |
| wireless modem | way to connect to ISP |
| World Wide Web | Also known as the web or WWW |
| WWW | Also known as the World wide web or the web |
| all-in-one computer | a desktop system unit that houses the computer's processor, memory, and monitor in a single unit. |
| all-in-one printer | combines the functions of a printer, scanner, copier, and fax into one machine |
| byte | eight binary digits(bits) |
| central processing unit (CPU) | the part of the system unit of a computer that is responsible for data processing; it is the largest and most important chip in the computer. The CPU controls all the functions performed by the computer's other components and processes all the commands |
| connectivity port | a port that enables a computing device to be connected to other devices or systems such as networks, modems, and the Internet. |
| Digital video interface (DVI) port | video interface technology that newer LCD monitors, as well as other multimedia devices such as television, DVD players, and projector, use to connect to a PC |
| drive bay | a special shelf inside a computer that is designed to hold storage devices. |
| expansion card (adapter card) | a circuit board with specific functions and augment that computer's basic functions and provide connections to other devices; examples include the sound card and video card. |
| FireWire 400 | an interface port that transfers data at 400 Mbps |
| FireWire 800 | an interface port that transfers data 800 Mbps |
| gigabyte (GB) | about 1 billion bytes |
| gigahertz (GHz) | one billion hertz |
| Hibernate | a power-management mode that saves the current state of the current system to the computer's hard drive. |
| impact printer | a printer that has tiny-hammer-like keys that strike the paper through an inked ribbon, thus making a mark on the paper. The most common impact printer is the dot-matrix printer |
| inkjet printer | a nonimpact printer that sprays tiny drops of ink onto paper. |
| kilobyte (KB) | a unit of computers storage equal to approximately 1,000 bytes |
| legacy technology | compromises computeing devices, software, or peripherals that use techniques, parts, and methods from an earlier time that are no longer popular. |
| nonimpact printer | a printer that sprays ink or uses laser beams to make marks on the paper, The most common nonimpact printers are inkjet and laser printers. |
| nonvolatile storage | permanent storage as in read-only memory (ROM) |
| peripheral device | a device that sends processed data and information out of a computer in the form of text, pictures (graphics), sounds (audio), or video. |
| power supply | a power supply regulates the wall voltage to the voltages required by computer chips; it's housed inside the system unit. |
| processing | manipulating or organizing data into information. |
| projector | a decide that can project images from your computer onto wall or viewing screen |
| QWERTY keyboard | a keyboard that gets its name from first six letters in the top-left row of alphabetic keys on the keyboard |
| sleep mode | a low-power mode for electronic devices such as computers that saves electric power consumption and saves the last-used settings. When the device is 'woken up' work is resumed more quickly than when cold booting the computer. |
| sound card | an expansion card that attaches to the motherboard inside the system unit and that enables the computer to produce sounds by providing a connection for the speakers and microphones. |
| terabyte (TB) | is around 1 trillion bytes |
| trackpoint device | a small, joystick-like nub that allows you to move the cursor with the tip of your finger. |
| ultrabook | a full-featured but lightweight laptop computer that features a low-power processors and solid-state drives; it tries to reduce their size and weight into the images viewed on the monitor. |
| volatile storage | temporary storage such as in random access memory. When the power is off, the data in volatile storage is cleared out. |
| video graphics array (VGA) port | a port which a cathode ray tube monitor connects. |
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