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CSP
AP CSP Vocab U1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Driver | A set of software files that enables hardware components to communicate effectively with a computer's operating system. |
| navigator | A graphical interface element that displays the structure and layout of a website, helping users to navigate through it. |
| broadcast | The act of sending a data packet that is distributed to all devices on a network. |
| event/control | Mechanisms for managing and responding to various messages and events within a system. |
| pseudocode | A readable representation of an algorithm that outlines its logic and steps without using specific programming syntax. |
| digital divide | The disparity between those who have access to technology, the internet, and digital education, and those who do not. |
| local variable | A variable that is only accessible within a particular block or scope of a program. |
| global variable | A variable that is accessible from any part of the program, not limited to a specific block or scope. |
| conditionals | Instructions that determine which segments of code to execute based on specified conditions. |
| sprite | A graphical element or animation that is used within a larger visual context, such as in games or interactive environments. |
| iitializing | The process of setting up and preparing a system or program for operation. |
| data types | Categories that define the kind of data a variable can hold and how that data should be processed. |
| string | A data type used to represent textual data rather than numerical values. |
| sequences | The specific order in which commands or instructions are executed in a program. |
| algorithm | A sequence of precise steps or procedures that a computer follows to execute a task or solve a problem. |
| variables | Storage locations in a program where data can be kept and manipulated for various operations. |
| collaboration | A cooperative process where individuals use digital tools and platforms to work together towards achieving a common objective. |
| command | A directive issued by a user to a computer or software to carry out a particular action. |
| input | The data or information entered into a computer system for processing. |
| output | The results or responses produced by a computer after processing the input data, which can be visual, auditory, or tactile. |