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5.00 Key Terms
Question | Answer |
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cloud storage | online storage that enables users to upload, store and access their files vis 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 visitors hard disk and then later retrieved during subsequent visits to the site in order to track uses; 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 coordinated 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 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 in |
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 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 larger machine and which controls 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 information. |
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 |
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 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 memories 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 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 |
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 navigation system that uses satellite technology to determine location and provide locations |
hardware | the physical components of a computer system(e.g the central processing units, hard drives, 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 | 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 |
software | programs that instruct computers to perform specific operations |
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 |