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ALH111 vocab 1

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Activation key   A combination of letters and numbers a user must enter before using software. These access codes serve as an intellectual property protection for the software developer, granting a license to the user and preventing multiple downloads.  
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Adapter card   A card that adds additional functions to a computer by plugging into the motherboard.  
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Application software   These computer programs are designed to help users complete tasks on their computers or smartphones.  
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Byte   The basic measurement unit of a computer storage and memory, equivalent to one character of text.  
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Download   The transfer of a file from the internet to your computer.  
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Graphical User Interface (GUI)   A way to manipulate a computer system by interacting with the graphics instead of by tying in commands.  
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Hard disk drive   The permanent storage on a computer.  
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