Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, + Chapter 4

Procedures

The rules or guidelines for people to follow when using software

Connectivity

The part of almost all of today's computer systems that uses the Internet and allows users to greatly expand the capability and usefulness of their information systems.

Device Drivers

Specialized programs that are designed to allow particular input or output devices to communicate with the rest of the computer system are known as:

Microcomputer

The least powerful, yet the most widely used and fastest-growing type of computer

Tablet

The newest type of computer that is smaller and lighter than a notebook and typically does not have a keyboard but uses a touch sensitive screen for input.

Input

Devices of this type translate data and programs that humans can understand into a form that the computer can process.

Hard disk

The type of secondary storage device that uses rigid metallic platters to store programs and very large data files.

Hi def

Three types of optical discs are CDs, DVDs, and . . .

Wireless

The revolution that will dramatically affect the way we communicate and use computer technology

Cloud

Type of computing that uses the Internet and the Web to shift many computer activities from a user's computer to computers on the Internet.

Hardware

The keyboard, mouse, monitor, and system unit are:

Operating Systems

Programs that coordinate computer resources, provide an interface, and run applications are known as:

General Purpose Application

A browser is an example of a:

Mainframe

Although not as powerful as a supercomputer, this type of computer is capable of great processing speeds and data storage.

Handheld

The smallest type of microcomputer:

Memory

RAM is a type of:

Secondary

Unlike memory, this type of storage holds data and programs even after electrical power to the computer system has been turned off.

Document

The type of file created by word processors to save, for example, memos, term papers, and letters.

Cloud Computing

Uses the Internet and the Web to shift many computer activities from a user's computer to computers on the Internet.

Internet

The largest network in the world is [the]:

Data

Raw, unprocessed facts, including text, numbers, images, and sounds.

Utilities

Perform specific tasks related to managing computer resources.

Specialized

Type of application programs that are more narrowly focused on specific disciplines and occupations.

Midrange Computers

Also known as servers.

PDAs

The most widely used handheld computers are smartphones and ___.

RAM

Type of memory that is sometimes referred to as temporary storage because its contents will typically be lost if the electrical power to the computer is disrupted.

Optical Disks

The most important kinds of secondary media are hard disks, solid-state storage, and ___.

USB

The type of solid-state drive widely used for transporting data and information between computers and a variety of specialty devices.

Worksheet

Type of file created by electronic spreadsheets to analyze things like budgets and to predict sales.

Web

Provides a multimedia interface to the numerous resources available on the Internet.

Program

Consists of the step-by-step instructions that tell the computer how to do its work.

Software

Another name for a program.

System Software

Enables the application software to interact with the computer hardware.

Desktop

Type of computer that is small enough to fit on top of or alongside a desk yet is too big to carry around.

System Unit

A container that houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system.

Output

Devices that translate the processed information from the computer into a form that humans can understand.

Solid State

Unlike hard disks, this type of storage does not have any moving parts, is more reliable, and requires less power.

Modem

The most widely used communication device.

Presentation

A type of a file that might contain, for example, audience handouts, speaker notes, and electronic slides.

Network

A communications system connecting two or more computers.

ARAPANET

This project launched the Internet.

Browsers

Programs that provide access to Web resources.

Web Pages

The browser interprets the HTML instructions and displays___.

Computer

Web based e-mail accounts do not require an e-mail program to be installed on your ___.

Spam

The billions of unwanted and unsolicited e-mail.

Profiles

Photos, lists of personal interests, contact information, and other personal information displayed on Facebook.

Wiki

Web site designed to allow visitors to fill in missing information or correct inaccuracies.

Cloud

Clients, the Internet, and service providers are basic components of this type of computing.

B2B

Type of electronic commerce that involves the sale of a product or service from one business to another.

Communicating

The most popular Internet activity.

ISP

The most common way to access the Internet is through a(n).

Email

Transmission of electronic messages over the Internet.

Universal

Type of instant messaging service that supports a variety of different IM services.

LinkedIn

The premier business-oriented social networking site.

Web log

Another name for a blog.

Microblog

Publishes short sentences that only take a few seconds to write.

Search services

Maintain huge databases relating to information provided on the Web and the Internet.

C2C

Electronic commerce involving individuals selling to individuals.

Internet

The basic components of cloud computing are clients, service providers, and the___.

CERN

The Web was introduced in 1991 in Switzerland at the:

Browsers

These programs use a URL to connect to Web sites.

IM

A type of communication that allows two or more people to contact each other via direct, live communication.

Facebook

The most widely used social networking site:

Currency

To evaluate the accuracy of information you find on the Web, you should consider the sites' authority, accuracy, objectivity, and:

B2C

The type of electronic commerce in which a business sells a product to the general public.

Cloud

This type of computing frees users from owning, maintaining, and storing software and data:

Plug Ins

These programs are automatically started and operate as a part of your browser.

File transfer

FTP, Web-based, and BitTorrent are types of:

Internet security

This type of suite can be used to maintain your security and privacy while you are on the Web:

Internet

The network that connects computers all over the world.

Protocols

The rules for exchanging data between computers.

E-mail client

Client-based e-mail accounts require this special program to be installed on your computer.

Groups

Communities of individuals who share a common interest typically create Facebook:

Webmail

E-mail that does not require an e-mail program installed on a user's computer is known as:

Twitter

A very well-known microblog.

Spiders

These programs continually look for new information and update search services' database programs.

Hits

Using a keyword, a search engine returns a list of related sites known as:

Digital cash

This is the Internet's equivalent to traditional cash.

Downloading

Using file transfer utility software, you can copy files to your computer from specially configured servers on the Internet. This is called:

Mobile apps

Application software can be divided into two categories: basic and ___.

Ribbon

This GUI uses a system of ribbons, tabs, and galleries.

Spreadsheet

This application can be used to analyze sales trends and also evaluate and graph stock market trends.

Styles

A feature of most word processors that enables users to quickly apply predefined formatting characteristics to text.

Image editor

A specialized graphics program for editing or modifying digital photographs.

Raster

Bitmap images are also referred to as _____ images.

DBMS

A program that sets up or structures a database.

Vector

Illustration programs are used to create and edit _____ images.

QR Codes

Graphics that typically appear as black and white boxes that automatically link mobile devices to a variety of different content including games, text, videos, and web sites.

Software suite

A collection of separate application programs bundled together and made available as a group.

Buttons

Toolbars typically appear below the menu bar and include small graphic elements called _____.

Galleries

Simplifies the process of making a selection from a list of alternatives by graphically displaying the effect of alternatives before being selected.

Word processor

A general purpose program that creates text-based documents.

Spreadsheet

Program that organizes, analyzes, and graphs numeric data.

Database

A collection of related data.

Image editor

Also known as a photo editor, this specialized graphics program edits or modifies digital photographs.

Map

The overall site design for a Web site is commonly represented in a graphical site ____.

Store

A Web site that provides access to specific mobile apps is known as an app _____.

Cloud

A type of suite that is stored at a server on the Internet and is available anywhere you can access the Internet.

Utility

A type of specialized suite that includes a variety of programs designed to make computing easier and safer.

User interface

The portion of the application that allows you to control and to interact with the program.