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Chapter 3
Term | Definition |
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downloading | the process of saving files from a web site or file transfer protocol site |
uploading | is the reverse, saving files to the web or FTP site |
compressed files | may contain mulitple native-format files, such as documents or photograpghs, and aremuch smaller in size than the uncompressed versions |
self-extracting compressed files | which can be decompressed by simply double clicking on the file |
shareware | is software that can be installed and used, then purchased if you decide to continue using it |
freeware | is fully functional software that can be used forever without purchasing it |
for-purchase software | is software you must buy to use, although you can often download a timed or limited-use demo |
web 2.0 | is a term associated with technology that allows users to collaborate and interact with each other on the world wide web |
instant messaging (IM) | messaging instantly like text messaging |
text messaging | commonly called texting |
Texting | used for the most basic type of remote meeting |
teleconference | commonly called conference calling |
conference calling | is another basic type of remote meeting |
podcast | is a series of digital media files, released at regualr intervals,t aht contain information related to a specific topic |
web seminars | are similar to teleconferencing, but with added element of a video display |
oline meetings | allow participants to take telelconferencing and web seminars one step further and actually collaborate on documents being presented |
social media | is an internet-based too that allows users to share information within a group |
blogs | are websites maintained by an individual who posts topics or opinions |
social bookmarking | is a method of saving bookmarks to public web site so others may have access to them |
socail networking sites | are web sites that allow users to share information for the purpose of building relationships within their individual networks |
professional networking sites | are similar to socail networking sites in their setup and operation |
cell phones | were basic telephones that allowed the user to movr around and communicate without a landline |
smartphones | that can be used to check e-mail, surf the web, take pictures, and talk on the phone |
voicemail | which is the modern version of the answering machine, readily availiable with any landline or cell phone description |
pagers | are devies that let the user know there is a message waiting |
wireless technology | is used to connect devies without the use of lines, cables, or other type of physical connection |
malware | which is a program intended to damage, destroy, or steal the data on a computer system |
identity theft | is a form of fraud that occurs when somebody takes your personal information and pretends to be you in order to maker credit card purchases, withdraw funds from you accounts, or obtain other benefits to which are entitled. |