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Unit 5
Business Essentials Unit 5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cloud storage | Online storage that enables users to upload, store, and access their files via the internet; users' files are maintained by a third-party at a remote database storage facility. |
| Cookies | Text files that are put on a website visitor's hard disk and then later retrieved during subsequent visits to the site in order to track internet behavior. Mechanisms used by websites to track users' browsing histories. |
| Information system | Set of coordinated network of components, which act together towards producing, distributing and or processing information. |
| Information technology | Integration of computers with telecommunication equipment for storing, retrieving, manipulating and storage of data. |
| Hardware | The physical components of a computer system (e.g., the central processing unit, hard drive, modern). |
| Software | Programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations. |
| Data | Facts and figures |
| Database | Computerized storage for information and facts |
| Data migration | The process of transferring data between storage types, formats, or computer system. |
| Data processing | Handling information, especially facts. Converting facts and figures into useful information. Analyzing collected facts and figures and putting them into formats useful to a business |
| Intranet | An internal network similar to the Internet that is accessible only by authorized personnel; used to access information and communicate with others within an organization. A computer network that is restricted to an organization it serves; an internal int |
| Computer system | consists of hardware (physical part of the computer) and software (programs and data used with the physical computer). |
| Input devices | Keyboards, mouse, scanners, cameras, joysticks, and microphones; a piece of equipment used to provide data and control signals to an information processing system. |
| Output device | Monitor, Printer, Speakers; any piece of computer hardware equipment which converts information into human readable form. |
| Central Processing Unit (CPU) | A particular computer will have a particular type of processor. |
| Main memory | Closely connected to the processor, stored data are quickly and easily changed, holds the programs and data that the processor is actively working with. |
| Motherboard | Components are connected to the main circuit board of the computer. |
| Processor | Contain billions of transistors; responsible for the fundamental computing within the system, and directly or indirectly controls all the other components. |
| RAM (Random Access Memory) | "Random" means that the memory cells can be accessed in any order and the type of silicon chip used to implement main memory. |
| ROM (Read Only Memory) | Used to make a section of main memory read-only. |
| Secondary memory | Connected to main memory, stored data are easily changed, but changes are slow compared to main memory. and used for long-term storage of programs and data. |
| Application programs | Programs that people use to get their work done. |
| Embedded system | A computer system that is part of a larger machine and which controls how that machine operates. |
| Network | Consists of two or more computers connected so that they can exchange data and programs. |
| Operating system | Responsible for starting up application programs, running them, and managing the resources that they need. |
| World wide web (WWW) | A collection of websites or web pages stored in web servers and connected to local computers through the internet. |
| Search engines | A software program on the internet that allows you to search documents and files for keywords and return files that match. |
| Uniform resource locator (URL) | Used to identify it and link to a web page |
| Viruses | A piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data. |
| Browsers | Software programs that allow you to view webpages, such as Internet, Explorer, Safari, Firefox, or Google Chrome. |
| Keywords | Ideas and topics that define what your content is about. |
| Address book | Store your contacts, which makes it easy to correspond and share contact information with others. |
| Attachments | Files included with emails |
| Distribution lists | Help you email multiple people at once. |
| Word processor | Enable users to enter and store written work into many types of documents (cover letters/letter of applications, resumes with MS Word/Google Docs) |
| Presentation Software | Software used to create a sequence of texts and graphics, and often audio and video, to accompany a speech or public presentation (Google Slides, MS PowerPoints, Pezi |
| Spreadsheet | File made of rows Links to an external site and columns. Links to an external site. that help sort, organize, and arrange data efficiently, and calculate numerical Links to an external site. data (expenses, math, listing items with Google Sheets/MS Excel |
| Cells | A rectangular area formed by the intersection of a column and a row. |
| Columns | Contain definitions of each field |
| Formulas | An equation that makes calculations based on the data in your spreadsheet. |
| Database | Designed to create databases and to store, manage, search, and extract the information contained within them (MS Access, PowerSchool). |
| Queries | Request for data |
| Telecommuting | Working from home or a remote location |
| Technology | The practical application of science society and industry |
| Internet telephony | Technology that allows users to communicate over the internet rather than through traditional public networks. |
| Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) | Technology that allows users to make telephone calls over the Internet. |
| Network | A system of computers connected together by telephone wires, cable wires, or other means. |
| Database | Computerized storage for information and facts |
| Expert system | Computer software designed to mimic the knowledge of a human expert. |
| Hardware | The physical components of a computer system (e.g., the central processing unit, hard drive, modem). |
| Software | Programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations |
| Computer-Aided Design (CAD) | The use of computer software to control machines, tools, and processes involved in manufacturing products |
| Global Positioning System (GPS) | A navigational system that uses satellite technology to determine location and provide directions. |
| Personal Identification Number (PIN) | A number you choose to gain access to an account |
| Satellite | An object placed into orbit by humans; most are used for communications purposes |
| Smartphone | A mobile phone with advanced capabilities, such as accessing the Internet. |
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