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Business Essentials
Term | Definition |
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Cloud storage | Online storage that enables users to upload, store, and access their files via the internet; users' files are maintained by third-party at a remote database storage facility |
Cookies | Text files that are put on a website visitors 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. |
Data migration | the process of transferring dat between storage types, formats, or computer systems |
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 |
Data | Facts and Figures |
Database | Computerized storage for information and facts |
Hardware | The physical components of a computer system (e.g., the central processing unit, hard drive, modem) |
information system | set of coordinated network of components, which act together toward producing, distributing and/or processing information |
information technology | integration of computer with telecommunication equipment for retrieving, manipulating, and storage of data. |
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 the organization it serves , an internal |
Software | Programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations |
Application programs | Programs that people use to get their work done |
Central Processing Unit | A particular computer will have a particular type of particular type of processor |
Computer system | Consists of hardware (Physical parts of the computer) and software (programs and data used with the physical computer) |
Embedded system | A computer system that is part of a large machine and which controls how that machine operates |
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 |
Main memory | Closely connected the processor, stored data are quickly and easily changed, hold the programs and data that the processor is actively working with |
Motherboard | Components are connected to the main circuit board of the computer |
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 |
Output device | Monitor, printer, speakers; any piece of computer hardware equipment which converts information into human-readable form |
Processor | Contains billions of transistor; responsible for the fundamental computing within the system, and directly or indirectly controls all the other components |
RAM (Random access memory) | "Random" means that he memory cells can be accessed in any order. the type of silicon chip used to implement main memory |
ROM (Read only Memory) | Used to make a section of man 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 |
Computer aided design (CAD) | the use of computer technology to plan, design, test, and alter products |
Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) | The use of computer software to control machines, tools, and processes, involved in manufacturing products |
Expert system | Computer software designed to mimic the knowledge of a human expert |
Global positioning system (GPS) | A navigational system that uses satellite technology to determine location and provide directions |
Internet telephony | Technology that allows users to communicate over the internet rather than through traditional public networks |
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 |
Technology | The practical application of science to society and industry |
Telecommuting | Working from home or a remote location |
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) | Technology that allows users to make telephone calls over the internet |