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Computer Basics
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9th Grade
08/22/2017

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Applications

Definition

A program or group of programs that are designed for users to accomplish a specific task. Word processors, Web browsers, games, database management programs, presentation programs are a few examples of applications.

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Authentication

Definition

The process by which a computer system validates a user's logon information.

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Authorization

Definition
The process by which a user can associate specific permissions to each username.
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Bit

Definition

The smallest unit of information that a computer handles. A single bit can hold only one of two values, 0 or 1.

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Byte

Definition
A combination of eight bits arranged in sequence.
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Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Definition

The primary hardware device that interprets and runs the commands you give to the computer.

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Chat Program

Definition

Programs that allow you to send and receive messages instantly. You can use a chat program to communicate with several people at the same time.

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Commands

Definition

Instructions that you give to a computer for it to carry out an action. Commands are either typed by using a keyboard or are chosen from a menu.

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Communication Channel

Definition

A path or a link that connects computers or peripheral devices, such as printers and disk drives, to transfer information.

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Communication Programs

Definition

Programs that are used by computers to exchange messages and files with other people in a digital format.

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CPU Speed

Definition

The rate at which the CPU can perform a task, such as moving data to and from RAM, or performing a numerical calculation.

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Data

Definition

The plural for the Latin word datum, meaning an item of information.

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Database Programs

Definition

Programs that are used to store and manage data in an organized way. You can also use these programs to sort or search for information stored in a database.

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Desktop

Definition

An on-screen work area that uses a combination of menus and icons.

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Desktop Computers
Definition

Computers are made up of individual components such as a monitor, a keyboard, a system unit, and a printer.

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E-mail

Definition

The electronic form of the traditional postal mail. E-mail allows you to exchange messages and files over a network.

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Folder

Definition
A container for programs and files in GUI interfaces.
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Gigabyte

Definition

The unit of data measurement equal to 1,024 MB, which is approximately one billion bytes.

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Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Definition

A user interface which displays images and pictures that allows a computer user to interact with a computer easily.

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Graphics Programs

Definition

Programs that are used to create and edit drawings. You can also use these programs to enhance photographs.

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Handheld Computer

Definition

Computers that are smaller than laptop computers and provide fewer features compared to than desktop computers or laptop computers. Handheld computers are used for specific everyday tasks, such as managing personal data.

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Hardware

Definition

The physical components of a computer.

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Icon

Definition

A small image displayed on the screen to represent an object.

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Input Devices

Definition

A device used to provide information to a computer. A keyboard is an example of an input device.

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Internet

Definition

A worldwide collection of public networks that are linked to each other for information exchange.

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Internet Service Provider (ISP)

Definition
A company that provides Internet connectivity to individuals, businesses, and organizations.
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Intranet

Definition

A special type of network used to communicate and share information within an organization.

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Kilobyte

Definition
The unit of data measurement that is equal to 1,024 bytes.
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Laptop Computers

Definition

Lightweight and portable personal computers. Laptop computers are also called notebook computers.

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Local Area Network (LAN)

Definition

A network that connects devices within a limited area, such as a home or a small group of offices.

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Megabyte

Definition

The unit of data measurement that is equal to 1,024 KB.

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Menu

Definition

A list of options from which a user can select an option to perform a desired action, such as choosing a command or applying a particular format to part of a document. Many programs, especially those that offer a graphical interface, use menus as a means to provide the user with an easy-to-use alternative to memorizing program commands and their appropriate usage.

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Network

Definition

A group of computers that are connected to share resources and exchange information.

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Network Drives

Definition
A disk drive that is shared with other computers on a network.
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Notification Area

Definition

The area located on the right side of the taskbar when the taskbar is located at the bottom of a screen. The notification area displays the time, a volume icon, and icons of some programs that are running on a computer.

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Microsoft Office 365

Definition

A Microsoft group of hosted productivity, communications, and collaboration services including the Office desktop suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Lync Online.

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Microsoft Online Services
Definition

Microsoft hosted solutions for businesses with advanced IT needs. The suite includes Microsoft Exchange Online, Microsoft SharePoint Online, Microsoft Office Communications Online, Microsoft Forefront, and Lync Online

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On-premises software

Definition

Software installed and run on computers on the premises of the person or organization using the software, rather than at a remote datacenter via cloud computing.

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OpenStack

Definition

An IaaS cloud computing project by Rackspace Cloud and NASA, joined by more than 120 companies such as Citrix Systems, Dell, AMD, Intel, Linus, HP, and Cisco, to provide free open source software released under the terms of the Apache License.

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Oracle Corporation

Definition

An enterprise software company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes database technology software.

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Private Cloud

Definition

An internal environment optimized for performance and cost that provides self-service access to IT resources on demand and is deployed inside a customer's datacenter and is powered by packaged server products, providing compatibility with existing applications. 

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Public Cloud

Definition

Offers customers the ability to deploy and consume services using a highly scalable platform providing pay-as-you-go flexibility.

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Server

Definition

The main computer on a network that provides services to other computers on the network. A server decides which computers are allowed to access the hardware and software on the network.

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Setup Wizard

Definition

A guide that takes the user through each step of a particular task, such installing hardware or software.

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Software

Definition

A sequence of instructions that a computer can execute. It is also referred to as programs.

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Spreadsheet Programs

Definition

Programs that are used to create budgets, manage accounts, perform mathematical calculations, and convert numerical data into charts and graphs.

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Storage Devices

Definition

Devices that are used to store data. A hard disk is an example of a storage device.

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System Unit

Definition

The box that holds the processor, motherboard, disk drives, power supply, and the expansion bus.

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Tablet Computer

Definition
Computers that allow you to write directly on the screen by using a pen called stylus.
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Taskbar

Definition

A rectangular bar that is usually located at the bottom of the computer screen. You can use the taskbar to select a program running on your computer.

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Terabyte

Definition

The unit of data measurement that is equal to 1,024 GB, approximately equal to trillion bytes.

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The Web

Definition

Also known as the World Wide Web (WWW), is a collection of information that is accessible on the Internet. This information is arranged logically and stored on computers known as Web servers.

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Wallpaper

Definition

A pattern or picture on the screen background that you can choose.

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Wide Area Network (WAN)

Definition
A network that connects devices in geographically separated areas.
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Window

Definition

A rectangular area on the monitor that displays a program. Each program has its own window.

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Word-processing Programs

Definition

 Programs that are used to create and modify text-based documents.

 

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Workstation

Definition

A computer connected to a network. You use a workstation to access the hardware and software on a network.

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