Definition | Vocabulary |
Shortcut keys; keys used in combination to create actions or functions in a software package (non-breaking spaces, em dash) | Access Key |
Any program that process data for the user (inventory, payroll, spreadsheet, word processor, etc.) | Application Software |
Processing of quitting the open window or application | Close |
Insertion point in a document in the form of a blinking vertical line on the screen | Cursor |
The current setting or action taken by hardware or software if the user has not specified otherwise | Default |
Location to save a document and organize many files | Folder |
Machinery and equipment (CPU, keyboard, monitor, printer) | Hardware |
Hardware used to enter various types of data into a computer, such as a mouse, microphone, pen tablet, etc. | Input Device |
The process of gaining entry into a computer or network | Log in |
Make window larger | Maximize |
Make window smaller; shrink to an icon on the taskbar | Minimize |
Hardware used to make cursor around a document or select menus | Mouse |
A system that transmits any combination of voice, video, or data between users; include the network operating system in the client and server machines, the cables connecting them, all all supporting hardware in between | Network |
The software that runs on a computer that is responsible for file namaement, disks, peripherals, and the general operation of the computer system (such as Windows, Mac OS) | Operating System |
Hardware that lets the user view or hear processed data | Output Device |
Keyword used to access information on a network, Web site, etc. | Password |
To refresh or bring back to original position or size | Restore |
To refresh or bring back to original position or size | Restore |
The process of naming and storing a file for use at a later time | Save |
The process of renaming a file that already exists | Save As |
Keyboard combinations used to perform certain tasks, such as printing, saving, copying, bolding, etc. | Shortcut Keys |
The process of closing all application and the operating system | Shutdown |
Instructions for the computer; a series of instructions that perform a particular task is called a program | Software |
A computer that is not permanently connected to a local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) | Standalone |
The process of turning on the computer and logging into the operating system | Start-up |
Software made up of control programs, such as the operating system and database management system (DBMS) | System Software |
An onscreen toolbar that displays the active applications (tasks); clicking on the taskbar button restores the application to its previous appearance | Taskbar |
A file that holds text without any formatting and can be opened in numerous applications | Text File |