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Computer Networking
9th Grade
11/30/2011

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internet
Definition
a worldwide collection of networks that links millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions and individuals
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IP address
Definition
a number that uniquely identifies each computer or device connected to Internet
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domain name
Definition
the text version of an IP address
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World Wide Web
Definition
consists of a worldwide collection of electronic documents
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web browser (browser)
Definition
allows users to access web pages and web 2.0 programs
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downloading
Definition
the process of receiving information
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search engine
Definition
find the information related to a specific topic
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graphic
Definition
a digital representation of non-text information
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video
Definition
consists of full-motion images that are played back at various speed
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plug-in
Definition
is a program that extends the capability of a web browser
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e-commerce
Definition
business transaction that occurs over an electronic network
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e-mail
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the transmission of messages and files via a computer network
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instant messaging
Definition
a real-time Internet communications service
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chat
Definition
a real-time typed conversation that takes place on a computer
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netiquette
Definition
the code of acceptable Internet behavior
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