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IT1010 Concepts A
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Computer Science
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11/29/2010

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Search Engine
Definition
A website that provided tools to help you locate information on the web
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Digitization
Definition
The process of converting text, numbers, sound, photos and video into data that can be processed by digital devices.
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Computer Network
Definition
consists of two or more computers and other devices that are connected for the purpose od sharing data and programs.
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Email Account
Definition
includes a storage area, often called a mailbox
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email attachment
Definition
Any file that travels with an email message
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Once info is put into a computer, it becomes _______
Definition
Data
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Output
Definition
The processed results produces by a computer, such as reports, picture, music
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System Unit
Definition
The box that houses the most imporant parts of a computer system
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The web
Definition
Is a collection of linked documents, graphics, and sounds that can be accessed over the internet
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What are two of the most important factors that define a computers platform
Definition
The processor and the OS
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Usually when people talk about computers, what kind of computer are they talking about?
Definition
A personal computer
Term
Data is permanently saved to___
Definition
Storage
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Application Software
Definition
can be used to carry out a variety of tasks, including personal finance and word processing.
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Some search engines rank links by ______
Definition
Frequently accessed pages.
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Digital camera
Definition
type of peripheral device
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A filename has two parts. what are they
Definition
Filename and file extention
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URL
Definition
Every web page has a unique adress it is a URL
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HTTP
Definition
The communication standard that is used to transport Web pages over the internet
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LAN
Definition
Stands for local area network, and is simply a computer network. It is not the same as being connected to the internet
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Software
Definition
A computer program that tells the computer how to perform particular tasks
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Storage
Definition
The are of a computer that holds data on a permanent basis when it is not immediatly needed for processing.
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