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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| cloud storage | online storage that enables users to upload, store, and access their files via the internet, users files are maintained by a third-party at a remote database storage facility. |
| cookies | text files that are pit on a website visitor's hard disk and then later retrieved during subsequent visits to the site in order to track internal behavior mechanisms used by the websites to track users browsing history. |
| data migration | the process of transferring data between storage types, formats, or computer systems. |
| data processing | handling information especially facts. Converting facts and figures into useful information. Analyzing collected facts and figures and putting them into formats useful to a business. |
| data | facts and figures. |
| database | computerized storage for information and facts. |
| hardware | the physical components of a computer system (e.g., the central processing units, hard drive, modem). |
| information system | set of coordinated network of components, which act together towards producing, distributing and or processing information. |
| information technology | integration of computer with telecommunication equipment for retrieving, manipulating, and storage of data. |
| intranet | an internal network similar to the internet that is accessible only by authorized personnel; used to access information and communicate with others within the organization. A computer network that is restricted to the organization it serves, an intrnal i |
| software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations. |
| application programs | programs that people use to get their work done. |
| computer system | consists of hardware (physical parts of the computer) and software (programs and data used with the physical computer). |
| embedded system | a compute system that is part of a larger machine and which controls how that machine operates. |
| input devices | keyboards, mouse, scanners, cameras, joysticks, and microphones; a piece of equipment used to provide data and control signals to an information processing system. |
| main memory | closely connected to a processor, stored data are quickly and easily changed, holds the programs and data that the processor is actively working with. |
| motherboard | components are connected to the main circuit board of the computer. |
| network | consists of two or more computers connected so they can exchange data and programs. |
| operating system | responsible for starting up application programs, running them, and managing the resources that they need, |
| output device | monitor, printer, speakers; any piece of computer hardware equipment which converts information into human readable form. |
| processor | contains billions of transistors, responsible for the fundamental computing within the system, and directly or indirectly controls all the other components. |
| RAM (random only memory) | "random" means that the memory cells can be accessed in any order. The type of silicon chip used to implement main memory. |
| ROM (read only memory) | used to male a section of main memory read only. |
| secondary memory | connected to main memory;, store data are easily changed, but changes are slow compared to main memory, and used for long-term storage of programs and data. |
| computer-aided design (CAD) | the use of computer technology to plan, design, test, and alter products. |
| computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) | the use of computer software used to control machines, tools, and processes involved in the manufacturing of products. |
| expert system | computer software designed to mimic the knowledge of a human expert. |
| global positioning system (GPS) | a navigational system that uses satellite technology to determine location and provide directions, |
| hardware | the physical components o a computer system (e.g., the central processing unit, hard drive, or modem). |
| internet telephony | technology that allows users to communicate over the internet rather than traditional public networks. |
| network | a system of computers connected together by telephone wires, cable wires, or other means, |
| personal identification number (PIN) | a number you choose to gain access to an account. |
| satellite | an object placed into orbit by humans; most are used for communication purposes. |
| smartphone | a mobile phone with advance capabilities such as accessing the internet. |
| software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations, |
| technology | the practical application of science to society and industry. |
| telecommunicating | working from home or a remote location. |
| voice over internet protocol (VoIP) | technology that allows the user to make telephone calls over the internet. |
| central processing unit (CPU) | a particular computer will have a particular type of processor. |