Concept Matching Quiz

Hypertext = Text displayed on a computer or other electronic device with references to other text that the reader can immediately access Algorithm = A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer Metadata = Data that provides information about other data Cache = A hardware or software component that stores data so that future requests for that data can be served faster

Machine Learning = A type of artificial intelligence that allows software applications to become more accurate in predicting outcomes without being explicitly programmed Big Data = Extremely large data sets that may be analyzed computationally to reveal patterns, trends, and associations, especially relating to human behavior and interactions API = A set of rules and protocols that allows one software application to communicate with another Encryption = The process of converting information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access

Firewall = A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules Phishing = The fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication VPN = A secure tunnel between two or more devices used to protect private web traffic from snooping, interference, and censorship Malware = Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems

<p>throttle control = Regulates the amount of fuel and air entering the engine to control speed cleat = Metal or wood fitting to which ropes are secured bitt = Post on a ship used for securing mooring lines shackle = Metal fastening for joining or securing ropes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>fender = Cushioning device used to protect a boat from damage when docking hawser = Large rope or cable used for towing or mooring a ship throttle control = Regulates the amount of fuel and air entering the engine to control speed shackle = Metal fastening for joining or securing ropes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>bitt = Post on a ship used for securing mooring lines cleat = Metal or wood fitting to which ropes are secured fender = Cushioning device used to protect a boat from damage when docking hawser = Large rope or cable used for towing or mooring a ship</p> Signup and view all the answers