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Digital footprint
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Digital Footprint | the information about a particular person that exists on the Internet as a result of their online activity. |
| Cookies | a packet of data sent by an Internet server to a browser, which is returned by the browser each time it subsequently accesses the same server, used to identify the user or track their access to the server. |
| GeoLocation | the process or technique of identifying the geographical location of a person or device by means of digital information processed via the Internet. |
| MetaData | a set of data that describes and gives information about other data. |
| Data | facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. |
| Spreadsheet | an electronic document in which data is arranged in the rows and columns of a grid and can be manipulated and used in calculations. |
| Browser History | the list of websites that you have visited recently |
| Digital Literacy | an individual's ability to find, evaluate, and compose clear information through writing and other media on various digital platforms. |
| Blog | a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style. |
| Dossier | a collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject. |
| Derogatory | showing a critical or disrespectful attitude. |
| Social Networking | the use of dedicated websites and applications to interact with other users, or to find people with similar interests to oneself. |
| Viral | an image, video, advertisement, etc., that is circulated rapidly on the Internet |
| Profile | a user's summary of their personal details or current situation. |
| Privacy Settings | controls available on many social networking and other websites that allow users to limit who can access your profile and what information visitors can see. |