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Tech Vocab 20-30
Technology Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Public Domain | information, designs, software, or technical knowledge not protected by intellectual property rights (copyright, trademark, or patent) |
| Search Engine | a software system designed to carry out web searches |
| Shareware | software that is available free of charge and often distributed informally for evaluation, after which a fee may be requested for continued use. |
| Worm | a type of malware that can automatically propagate or self-replicate without human interaction, enabling its spread to other computers |
| Server | a powerful computer or software program that manages network resources, stores data, and provides services to other computers |
| WYSIWYG | "What You See Is What You Get," is a technology that allows users to create, edit, and arrange content in a visual interface, directly mimicking the final output |
| Averkey | a device that allows a user to simultaneously display their computer on a TV |
| Cold Boot | the process of starting a computer or device from a completely powered-off state |
| ISP | Internet Service Provider, is a company that provides individuals and organizations with access to the internet and related services. |
| Listserv | a way of communicating with a group of people over email. |