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BE 501
Business Essential
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| cloud storage | online storage that enables users yo 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 put on a website visitor's hard disk and then later retrieved during subsequent visits to the site in order to track internet behavior. mechanisms used by websites to track users' browsing histories. |
| 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 unit, 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 | internal network similar to the internet that is accessible only by authorized personnel used to access information and communicate with others within an organization a computer network that is restricted to the organization it serves |
| software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations. |
| application programs | programs that people use to get their work done |
| central processing unit(CPU) | a particular computer will have a particular type of processor. |
| computer system | consists of hardware(physical parts of the computer) and software(programs and data used with the physical computer). |
| embedded system | a computer system that is part of a larger machine and which controls how that machine operates. |
| input devices | keyboards, mouse, scanners, cameras, joysticks, and microphones; apiece of equipment used to provide data and control signals to an information processing system. |
| main memory | closely connected to the processor, stored data are quickly and easily changed, holds the programs and data that 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 that 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. |
| random access memory(RAM) | "random" means that the memory cells can be accessed in any order. the type of silicon chip used to implement main memory. |
| read only memory(ROM) | used to make a section of main memory read-only. |
| Secondary memory | connected to main memory, stored 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 to control machines, tools, and processes involved in manufacturing 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 of a computer system |
| internet telephony | technology that allows users to communicate over the internet rather than through 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 communications purposes |
| smartphone | a mobile phone with advanced capabilities, such as accessing the internet |
| software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations the practical application of science to society and industry |
| telecommuting | working from home or a remote location |
| voice over internet protocol (VoIP) | technology that allows users to make telephone calls over the internet |