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Info Tech Ch. 5.2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| The Internet | The worldwide system of interconnected computers and public networks |
| The Web | World Wide Web; Digital content that is delivered over the Internet, usually through a web browser |
| Internet Service Providers (ISP) | A company that provides individuals and businesses access to the internet and other related services |
| IP Address | A numerical label that is assigned to devices so they can connect and communicate on a network |
| Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) | A set of rules that govern the transfer of web content between computers |
| File Transfer Protocol (FTP) | A set of rules that govern the transfer of files between computers |
| Uniform Resource Locator (URL) | The reference or address to a resource on the Internet. For example: |
| Domain Name System (DNS) | A system and set of rules that associates domain names (such as web servers) with unique IP addresses so users can find and use network resources by an easily readable name instead of by IP address |
| Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP-IP) | A set of rules that facilitates internet communication |
| Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) | A computer language that web pages use to display content through web browsers |
| Intranet | A private network, usually hidden from the internet and protected by a security device, that uses the same technologies that are used on the internet and may or may not be connected to the internet |
| Voice over IP (VoIP) | A technology that sends voice phone calls using the TCP/IP protocol over digital data lines |
| Wi-Fi | A technology that allows computers, smartphones, and other devices to communicate on a wireless network |
| Internet of Things (IoT) | A computing concept that describes the network of physical devices and everyday devices (including refrigerators, thermostats, streetlights, and environmental tracking systems) that communicate with the internet |
| Web Application | A program or app that uses the internet and a web browser to complete a task. The user's computer interacts with a remote server to access the app |
| Blog | A blog is a website that produces content in forms of blog posts that can contain text, images, video, or other media. Blogs usually have a more casual, conversational style than more mainstream websites |
| Wiki | An online encyclopedia that uses hyperlinks to connect each entry to other relevant entries |
| RSS | A system based on simple text files that are read by a program to provide a stream of updates or feed about a particular topic. RSS originally stood for RDF Site Summary but is also known as "really simple syndication" or "rich-site summary" |
| Podcast | An audio program split up into episodes that can be enjoyed on demand. Podcast topics can range from cooking, fashion, music, and about any other topic you can think of |
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