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1: Introduction to the World of Computers Flashcards

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the fact that few aspects of modern life remain untouched by computing technology

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pervasive (ubiquitous) computing

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joining of multiple communication and entertainment devices into single units with many capabilities (ex. smartphones are capable of accessing internet, TV, gaming, music)

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convergence

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the knowledge and understanding of basic computer fundamentals

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computer literacy

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a programmable electronic device that accepts data input, performs processing operations on that data, and outputs and stores the results (IPOS)

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computer

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process of entering data into a computer (can also refer to the data itself)

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input

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performing operations on data that has been input into a computer to convert that input to output

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processing

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process of presenting the results of processing (also refers to results themselves)

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output

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operation of saving data, programs, or output for future use

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storage

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transmission of data from one device to another (through internet etc.) - often considered the 5th primary computer operation

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communications

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10
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raw, unorganized facts used in processing

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data

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data that has been processed into a meaningful form

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information

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earliest computers, 1946-1957 - large and bulky, used vacuum tubes, and had to be physically wired and reset

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first-generation computers

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computers in 1958-1963 - used transistors instead of vacuum tubes, with punch cards and paper printouts for input/output

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second-generation computers

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computers in 1964-1970 - used chips that incorporated many circuits and transistors together, with keyboards and monitors for input/output, hard drives for storage

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third-generation computers

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computers from 1971 to present - use microprocessors containing capabilities of an entire computer on a single chip, with keyboard, mouse, hard drives, optical drives, printers, internet, etc.

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fourth-generation computers

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computers being developed for the future - use artificial intelligence to think and reason independently

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fifth-generation computers

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17
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the physical components of a computer system, both internal and external - keyboard, monitor, printer, etc.

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hardware

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18
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“brain” of the computer - main processing device inside computer that performs calculations and controls operations

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central processing unit (CPU)

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19
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instructions that are used to tell a computer what it should do (programs) - usually must be installed

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software

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the main component of system software that enables a computer to operate, manage its activities and the resources under its control, run application programs, and interface with the user

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operating system

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21
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to start up a computer

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boot

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22
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programs that enable users to perform specific tasks on a computer

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application software (apps)

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23
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a tiny computer within a product, designed to perform specific tasks or functions for that product (ex. blind spot camera, auto braking system)

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embedded computer

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a very small device with built-in computing or Internet capability

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mobile device

25
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a mobile device based on a mobile phone that includes Internet capabilities and can run mobile apps

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smartphone

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a mobile device, usually larger than a smartphone, that is typically used to access the Internet and display multimedia content

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media tablet

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AKA microcomputer - a type of computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time

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personal computer (PC)

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a personal computer designed to fit on or next to a desk

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desktop computer

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a small personal computer, such as a notebook or tablet, designed to be carried around easily

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portable computer

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AKA laptop - a fully-functioning portable computer that opens up to reveal a screen and keyboard

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notebook computer

31
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a portable computer about the size of a notebook with no built-in keyboard, designed to be used with a digital pen

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tablet computer

32
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a portable computer that is smaller and has more limited features than a notebook computer

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netbook

33
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a personal computer designed to access a network for processing and data storage, instead of performing those tasks locally (ex. school computer lab)

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thin client

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an ordinary device that can be used to access the Internet (smart TV, gaming console)

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internet appliance

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a computer used to host programs and data for a small network (small business, school) - typically larger, more powerful and expensive

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server

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creating virtual (rather than actual) versions of a computing resource, such as several separate environments that are located on a single server but function as different servers

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virtualization

37
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computer used in large organizations (hospitals, large businesses, universities) that manages large amounts of centralized data and runs multiple programs simultaneously

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mainframe computer

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the fastest, most expensive, and most powerful type of computer - used for weather forecasting, controlling satellites, hosting complex sites (social network, search engine), etc.

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supercomputer

39
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a collection of computers and other hardware devices that are connected together to share hardware, software, and data, as well as to communicate electronically with one another

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computer network

40
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the largest and most well-known computer network, linking millions of computers all over the world

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Internet

41
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a business or other organization that provides Internet access to others, typically for a fee

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Internet service provider (ISP)

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the collection of Web pages available through the Internet

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World Wide Web (WWW)

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a document, typically containing hyperlinks to other documents, located on a Web server and available through the World Wide Web

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Web page

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a collection of related Web pages usually belonging to an organization or individual

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Web site

45
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a computer that is continually connected to the Internet and hosts Web pages that are accessible through the Internet

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Web server

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a program used to view Web pages (Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.)

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Web browser

47
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an address that identifies a computer (IP address), person (e-mail address), or Web page (URL) on the Internet

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Internet address

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rightmost part of domain name, identifying the type of organization that runs the site or its location (.com, .edu, .gov)

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top-level domain (TLD)

49
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a numeric Internet address used to uniquely identify a computer on the Internet

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IP address

50
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a text-based Internet address used to uniquely identify a computer on the Internet (ex. microsoft.com)

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domain name

51
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an internet address (usually beginning with http://) that uniquely identifies a Web page

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Uniform Resource Locator (URL)

52
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an Internet address consisting of a username and computer domain name that uniquely identifies a person on the Internet

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e-mail address

53
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a name that uniquely identifies an individual on a specific computer network

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username

54
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electronic messages sent from one user to another over a network, usually the Internet

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electronic mail (e-mail)

55
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a malicious software program designed to change the way a computer operates - form of malware

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computer virus

56
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crime in which identity thieves send fraudulent e-mails to people masquerading as legitimate businesses to obtain Social Security numbers or other information needed for identity theft

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phishing

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