Question | Answer |
activation key | a combination of letters and numbers a user must enter before using software |
adapter card | a card that adds additional functions to a computer by plugging into the motherboard |
application software | these computer programs are designed to help users complete tasks on their computers or smartphones |
byte | the basic measurement unit of computer storage and memory, equivalent to one character of text |
download | the transfer of a file from the internet to your computer |
graphic user interface (GUI) | a way to manipulate a computer system by interacting with graphics instead of by typing in commands |
hard disk drive | the permanant storage on a computer |
hardware | the physical parts of a computer including the external parts |
input device | a device that provides information for the computer to process |
memory card | a data storage device used in digital cameras and smartphones |
motherboard | the large circuit board of a computer where peripherials attatch |
network | a group of connected computers |
operating systems | the system software provided to a computer user by the computer manufacturer |
presentation application | a computer program that allows users to create a show to display for an audience with the ability to include media |
processor | the computing center of a computer where all information is processed |
random access memory (RAM) | the temporary storage on a computer |
server | the host computer that delivers web pages abd other applications to your browser |
software | a program that is not aphysical device that directs the computer to perform certain tasks |
software upgrade | a change in an application or new feature addded to a software program that a developer releases for users to add |
spreadsheet application | a computer program that allows a user to create worksheets with data in rows and columns to sort and manipulate as needed |
storage devise | a devise that keeps a computer's information, even when the computer is off, until the user decides to delete the information |
utility program | computer software that maintains the system for maximum performance |
word processing | a computer program that allows a user to create documents with text |
browsing | the process of performing a search of online categories in order to find a website or web page. |
citation | a quote from a larger work |
credibility | whether or not a source provides a reliable, accurate information, checked and verified by experts |
domain name | the words or numbers, known as IP addresses, that identify a website |
e-commerce | the buying and selling of goods online |
home page | the first page in a group of pages on a website that describes the site's purpose and provides the navigational structure for moving through the website |
internet service provider (ISP) | a company that sells internet connectivity to individuals |
keyword | a term or group of terms used to find information on the web |
malware | computer software that works as an independant program that infects a computer's files and programs after being downloaded |
nettiquette | informal rules of behavior for communicating on the web |
new media | content not traditionally delivered in digital form that is now found on line, such as music, movies, newspaper, or books |
phishing | the practice of using spam email to elicit a response and obtain a user's private information |
rootkit | a computer virus that attacks a computer's internal storage system |
search engine | an automated database that delivers a list of links as a response to a specific keyword request from the user |
social networks | an online community |
trojan horse | acomputer virus disguised as a normal program that infects a computer after being downloaded from an email,popup, or software |
world wide web | a collection of internet sites that provide text, graphics, sound, videa, and other digital content |
central processing unit | the main system of a computer that controls and carries out its functions |
context-sensitive menus | these shortcut menu choices appear as a user right-clicks on the computer screen |
dialog box | a window that appears during the use of a computer application |
format painter | a command on the home tab that provides access to document formatting styles |
function key | one of the 12 keys located at the top of the computer keyboard. Used to perform shortcut functions |
key tips | a window ribbon feature allowing a user to use the keyboard keys instead of a mouse to switch tabs or activate commands |
menu | a graphical collection of options that appear on your desktop so you can perform a function on your computer |
microsoft access | the database creation and management program in the micrrosoft office suite |
microsoft excel | the spreadsheet program in the microsoft office suite |
microsoft office 2010 | a group of computer programs created and distributed by microsoft |
microsoft onenote | the multiuser collaboration program in the microsoft office suite |
microsoft outlook | prsonal information manager and email client that is offered as a part of the microsoft office software package |
microsoft powerpoint | presentation software that has the ability to create presentations with graphics, sound, animations, and movie clips |
microsoft publisher | the desktop publishing program for microsoft office |
microsoft word | the word processing program of microsoft office |
network drive | a location on a server where networked users can access shared files by mapping to the specific location where they reside |
quick access toolbar | a group of frequently used commands on the windows ribbon interface |
recycle bin | a location on the desktop where files appear after you delete them. you can either retreive them or permanently delete them from here |
scroll bar | sliding control tools on the bottom and side of the computer window that allow you to navigate within your document |
shortcut | the graphical icons on your desktop for programs you access frequently or those you choose to access directly |
status bar | a row of information about the current application that appears at the bottom of the document window |
task bar | appears at the bottom of the computer desktop screen and displays all running programs, diagnostics, and the date and time |