1) Terminology Module Flashcards
1
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What does a Sim stand for? (1)
A
Subscriber Indentity Module
2
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What does the Wi-Fi stand for? (1)
A
Wireless Fidelity
3
Q
What is a database (1)
A
A collection of organized information
4
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Definition:
Apple (3)
A
- The Apple Corporation
- makes only successful mass-market personal computer
- not using Microsoft Windows
5
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Definition:
App (6)
A
- Application
- A software used to carry out a particular task
- e.g. office programs, games (particularly on smartphones), ect.
- usually downloaded to devices using online store
6
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Definition:
Applet
A
- A small program used to carry out particular task
- They’re usually on web pages
7
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Definition:
Attachment
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- A fil sent by an email attached to the email
- It can be picture, document, program or any file
8
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Definition:
Back up
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- An extra copy of your work (e.g. document, pictures, ect.)
- It’s saved on removable storage mediums
- e.g. CD, DVD or magnetic tape
- So that you don’t lose your work if your computer gets stolen or broken
9
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Definition:
Bandwith
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- The amount of data that can be transmitted in a fix amount of time
- On a mobile, it’s usually bytes/bits per second (bps)
10
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Definition:
Bluetooth
A
- Short range wireless data communication system
- for smartphones + other computers devices
11
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Definition:
Broadband
A
- A internet access over a connection
- It’s much faster than ordinary modems
- e.g. ADSL or cable
12
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Definition:
The Cloud
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- Remote storage via the internet
- sometimes it’s just the internet in general
- it’s called the cloud because we don’t physically know where it’s located
- it’s just out there somewhere
13
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Definition:
Cookie
A
- a small data file stored on a computer by a website
- in theory, you allow it to remember your preferences
14
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Definition:
Download
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To transfer information (files) from a network (e.g. internet) onto a PC
15
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Definition:
Flash drive
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- a removeable data storage device
- it’s usually thumb size
- it plugs into a PC’s USB port
