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Chapter 1 Flashcards

Skills and productivity

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accuracy

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A measure of error-free typing

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Bluetooth card

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Used for wireless communication over short distances

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Central Processing Unit(CPU)

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Interprets and carries out the basic instructions that operate a computer

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computer case

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The metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer

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computer

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An electronic device that manipulates information or data

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delete

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Remove an item from its current location and move it to the recycle bin

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desktop

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Personal computer designed to be in a stationary location, where all of its components fit on or under a desk

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digital citizenship

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Positive approach to helping students learn how to be be safe and secure, as well as smart and effective participants in a digital world

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digital literacy

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Learning how to find, sort, manage, evaluate and create information in digital forms

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expansion slots

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Allows you to add various types of expansion cards

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file management

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Organizing files in folders

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file

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Collection of data that has a name and is stored in a computer

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folder windows

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Used for finding, viewing, and managing information on a computer

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folder

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Stores, organizes and manages files

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game console

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Mobile-computing device designed for single-player or multi-player video games

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hard drive

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Where software is installed and where your documents and other files are stored

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hardware

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Any part of your computer that has a physical structure and includes all of the computer internal parts

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keyboard

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Contains keys you press to enter data and instructions into a computer or mobile device

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laptop

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Thin, lightweight mobile computer with a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base, designed to fit on your lap

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monitor

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Displays images and text on the screen

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motherboard

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The main circuit board of the computer

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mouse

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A pointing device that fits under the palm of your hand comfortably

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network card

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Allows your computer to communicate over a network and access the Internet

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power cord

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Link between the power outlet and the power supply unit in the computer casing

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power supply

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Converts the wall outlet AC power into DC power

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processor’s speed

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The pace of the system clock

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Random-Access Memory(RAM)

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System’s short-term memory

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rename

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Change the name of a file or folder

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server

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Computer that serves up information to other computers on a network

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Smartphone

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An Internet-capable phone Software - Any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do

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sound card

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Responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones

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subfolder

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Folder stored within another folder

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tablet

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Thin, lighter weight mobile computer that has a touch screen

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touch typing

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Using the Home Row keys to anchor the fingers and allow you to type without looking at the keyboard

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touchpad

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Touch sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger

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trackball

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Stationary pointing device with a ball on its top or side

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video card

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Responsible for what you see on the monitor

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Words Per Minute(WPM)

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A measure of typing speed

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Privacy

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Think before giving a password out; don’t share personal information online; keep virus software up-to-date; use different passwords to login

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Password

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Don’t create a password that has anything to do with you (i.e. your pet’s name or home address). Use uppercase and numbers when creating a password

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Personal information

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Don’t share personal information online - be aware of phishing emails. Giving out your personal information online can lead to cyber-harassment and stalking.

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Photography

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Be careful when posting selfies as it may give out more information than you realize

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Property

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Know how to protect yourself, understand copyright laws and fair use

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Permission

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When using things from the internet like pictures you need to know the steps to avoid plagiarism

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Protection

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Learn how browser history can keep you safe. Make sure you are using a real website.

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Professionalism

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when people “meet” you online you want to make sure you are portraying yourself in a professional view

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Personal brand

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What you share impacts how people see you in life. Make sure to think before you share.

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