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5.00 Key Terms
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 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 |
Data migration | the process of transferring data 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 corrdinated network of components, which act together towards 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 is that is accessible only by authorized personnel; used to access information and communicate with others within and organiation. 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 (cpu) | a particular computer will have a particular type of processor |
embedded system | a computer system that is part of a larger 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 connescted 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 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 apllication programs, running them, and managing the resources that they need |
output device | monitor, printer, speakers; any piece of computer hardeare equipment which converts information into human-readable form |
processor | contains billions of transistors; responsible for the fundamental computing within the system and directly or indirectly controls all the compnents |
RAM ( random access memory) | random means that the memory cells can be accesssed in any order. the type of silicon chip used to implement main memory |
ROM(read only memory) | used to make a section of main memroy read only |
secondary memory | connected to main memroy, 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, 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 |
hardware | the physical components of computer system(e.g., the central processing unit, hard drive, modem) |
internet telephony | technology that allows users to communicate over the internet rather than through traditional public networks |
network | a system of computers connected together by telephone wires, cable wires or other means |
personal identification number(PIN) | a number you chooose to gain access to an account |
satellite | an object placed into orbit by humans; most are used for communications purposes |
smartphone | a moblie phone with advanced capabilities, such as accessing the internet |
software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operaions |
tehnology | the practical application of science to society and industry |
telecommuting | working from home or a remote location |
woice over tinternet protocol (VoIP) | techbology that allows users to maek telephone calls over the internet |