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digital literacy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ADSL | Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, a type of broadband internet technology that delivers high-speed data over existing copper telephone lines |
| Cookie | small text files placed on your computer by websites to store data, such as login status, user preferences, or shopping cart items |
| Driver | a specialized software component that acts as a translator between the operating system and hardware devices |
| Encryption | the process of converting readable information (plaintext) into an unreadable, scrambled format using algorithms and cryptographic keys |
| Firewall | a network security system—either hardware or software—that acts as a barrier between a trusted network |
| GIF | a lossless format for image files that supports both animated and static images. |
| JPEG | a format for compressing image files. |
| LAN | Local Area Network (LAN) is a private, high-speed computer network that connects devices—such as computers, servers, and printers—within a limited, single geographic area, such as a home, office, or building |
| network | a group of two or more computers or other electronic devices that are interconnected for the purpose of exchanging data and sharing resources. |
| QR code | A Quick Response (QR) code is a 2D matrix barcode designed for rapid scanning by digital devices. |