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What is antivirus software?

A computer program used to scan a computer's memory and disks to identify, isolate, and eliminate viruses

What does the term 'app' typically refer to?

A software program on a smartphone or tablet computer

What is application software?

A category of software programs that helps you perform a specific task such as word processing

What does ASCII stand for?

<p>American Standard Code for Information Interchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a backdoor in computer terminology?

<p>Concealed software flaw that allows unauthorized access to victims' computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a backup?

<p>A duplicate copy of a file, disk, or tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a binary digit (BIT)?

<p>The smallest unit of information handled by a computer; can hold one of two values, either a 0 or a 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a blog?

<p>A personal journal focusing on a single topic or covering a variety of issues posted on the Web</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the boot process?

<p>The sequence of events that occurs within a computer system from start-up to being ready to process commands</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a browser?

<p>A program that communicates with a Web server and displays Web pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a font?

<p>A typeface or style of lettering, such as Arial, Times New Roman, and Helvetica</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term format refer to in computing?

<p>How all text, pictures, titles, or page numbers appear on the page</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is FTP?

<p>File Transfer Protocol, an Internet protocol that transfers files between local and remote host computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a function key?

<p>One of the keys numbered F1 through F12 on a computer keyboard that activates commands</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does gigabyte (GB) stand for?

<p>Approximately one billion bytes, used to refer to RAM and hard drive capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a graphical user interface (GUI)?

<p>A type of user interface featuring on-screen objects manipulated by a mouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are graphics in computing?

<p>Any pictures, photographs, or images that can be manipulated or viewed on a computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hacker?

<p>A person who creates malicious computer programs to steal or damage data or hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hard drive?

<p>A computer storage device that contains a large-capacity hard disk sealed inside the drive case</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does hardware refer to?

<p>The electronic and mechanical devices in a computer system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a home page?

<p>The first page you see when you go to a website</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does HTML stand for?

<p>Hypertext Markup Language, a standardized format for web page documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does HTTP stand for?

<p>Hypertext Transfer Protocol, a communications standard for transporting web pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hyperlink?

<p>The fundamental tool for navigating web pages by clicking a text or graphic link</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is input in computer terminology?

<p>The process of entering data into a computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an input device?

<p>A device, such as a keyboard or mouse, that gathers input for the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an insertion point?

<p>A flashing vertical bar or underline indicating where typed characters will appear</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Internet?

<p>The worldwide communication infrastructure linking computer networks using TCP/IP protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an IP address?

<p>A unique identifying number assigned to each computer connected to the Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does JPEG stand for?

<p>Joint Photographic Experts Group, a file format for storing bitmap images</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Terminology

  • Antivirus software: A program that scans memory and disks to detect and remove viruses from a computer.
  • App: A software application typically designed for smartphones and tablets.
  • Application software: Software that performs specific tasks, such as word processing, also known as application programs or simply applications.
  • ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange): A coding system that uses binary (1s and 0s) to represent characters, enabling data transfer between computers.
  • Backdoor: A hidden software vulnerability granting unauthorized access to a computer, allowing hackers to exploit system security.
  • Backup: A duplicate copy of data stored on a file, disk, or tape, crucial for data recovery.
  • Binary digit (BIT): The basic unit of data in computing, capable of holding a value of either 0 or 1; eight bits comprise one byte, representing a character.
  • Blog: An online personal journal focused on specific topics or diverse issues, accessible to the public via the web.
  • Boot process: The series of steps occurring after a computer is powered on until it is ready to execute commands.
  • Browser: Software that retrieves and displays web pages by communicating with web servers.
  • Font: The design or style of text characters, examples include Arial, Times New Roman, and Helvetica.
  • Format: The arrangement of text, images, titles, and page numbers on a document or web page.
  • FTP (File Transfer Protocol): A protocol for transferring files between local computers and remote servers over the Internet.
  • Function key: Keys labeled F1 through F12 on a keyboard, each providing specific commands depending on the software in use.
  • Gigabyte (GB): A unit of digital information equal to approximately one billion bytes, commonly used to measure storage capacity.
  • Graphical User Interface (GUI): A user interface that allows interaction through graphical elements like menus and icons, often used with a mouse.
  • Graphics: Visual images, photographs, or illustrations that can be managed or viewed on a computer.
  • Hacker: An individual who creates malicious software to steal or damage data or hardware, often for financial gain.
  • Hard drive: A primary storage device within a computer, encapsulating a large-capacity disk for data storage.
  • Hardware: The physical components of a computer system, including electronic and mechanical devices.
  • Home page: The introductory page of a website, serving as the starting point for navigation.
  • HTML (Hypertext Markup Language): A standardized coding language for creating and formatting documents on the web.
  • HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol): A protocol facilitating the transfer of web pages over the Internet.
  • Hyperlink: A clickable element that allows users to navigate between web pages or sites, linking text or images.
  • Input: The act of entering data into a computer system for processing.
  • Input device: A peripheral, such as a keyboard or mouse, that captures user input and converts it into electronic signals for the computer.
  • Insertion point: A visual indicator (flashing bar or underline) on screens showing where newly typed characters will appear.
  • Internet: A global network that connects numerous computer networks via TCP/IP protocols, enabling communication worldwide.
  • IP address: A unique numerical label assigned to each Internet-connected device, allowing for identification and communication.
  • JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group): A widely used image file format known for its compression capabilities for bitmap images.

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Explore essential computer terminology with these flashcards. This quiz covers key terms including antivirus software, apps, and application software to help you understand fundamental concepts in computing. Perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge.

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