Chapter 1: Introduction Flashcards

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What is a Blade Server?

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A thin unit that can slide in and out of a rack, that holds many of its companion servers. Used in server farms for Network Servers.

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What is a Mainframe Computer?

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Very large and powerful systems used in organizations where a heavy amount of processing and many user requests need to be handled.

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What are Embedded Systems?

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Limited computers that are placed inside devices that require specific computing functions.

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What is Cloud Storage?

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The ability to store your files online and access them from any internet-connected device.

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What is Crowdsourcing?

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The gathering of information from a large group of people.

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What is an Embedded System?

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Limited computers that are placed inside devices that require specific computing functions.

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