IT STUDY GUIDE

Computer Ethics

The set of moral principles that regulate the use of computers.

Plagiarism

The act of copying someone else's ideas or words without stating the source of the information.

Clipboard

A temporary storage area for copied or cut data.

Noise

Any issue that disrupts normal workflow or the sending of a message, such as slow internet or outdated equipment.

Messenger

A platform or application used to send and receive messages between individuals.

Sender

The person or entity that initiates a message by encoding information and transmitting it through a chosen channel to a receiver.

Receiver

The device or person that receives a transmitted message.

Ribbon

A command bar that organizes a program's features into a series of tabs at the top of the screen.

Header and Footer

Sections at the top and bottom of a document that contain information that appears on every page.

Mail Merge

Allows users to create personalized documents, emails, or letters in bulk.

Feedback

The response given by a receiver to a message.

Ethics

The application of moral principles to the use of technology.

How do tables help organize a Word document?

Tables structure data clearly, enhance readability, create forms and lists, ensure consistency, and improve aesthetics.

What are built-in heading styles in Microsoft Word?

Predefined formats like Heading 1, Heading 2, and Heading 3 that can be applied to titles and headings.

How can you enhance headings in Microsoft Word?

By customizing fonts and sizes, applying consistent color schemes, using paragraph spacing, and adding borders or shading.

What is the purpose of enabling the navigation pane in Word?

To help with quick navigation through long documents.