Chapter 3 Flashcards
Stick Computer
small computer which usually is the same size as, or a little larger than, a USB flash drive
Terminal
computer that enables users to send data to and/or receive information from a server, or host computer
Thin Client
terminal that looks like a desktop but has limited capabilities and components
ATM
self-service banking terminal that connects to a host computer through a network
Kiosk
free-standing terminal that usually has a touch screen for user interaction
DVD Kiosk
self-service DVD rental machine that connects to a host computer through a network
Supercomputer
fastest, most powerful computer
Cloud Computing
environment that provides resources and services accessed via the Internet
Smartphone
Internet-capable phone
SMS
text-message based
MMS
multimedia
Digital Camera
mobile device that allows users to take photos and store the photographed images digitally
Resolution
number of horizontal and vertical pixels in a display
Optical Resolution
actual photographed resolution
Enhanced Resolution
add pixels between those generated by the optical resolution
Pixel
smallest element in an electronic document
Megapixels
millions of pixels
Portable Media Player
mobile device on which you can store, organize, and play or view digital media
Digital Media Player
device that streams digital media from a computer or network to a television, projector, or some other entertainment device
Media Library
collection of stored digital media
Embedded Computer
special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product
Port
point at which a peripheral device attaches to or communicates with a computer or device so that the peripheral device can send data to or receive information from the computer or mobile device
Connector
joins a cable to a port
USP Port
connect up to 127 different peripheral devices together with a single connector
USB Hub
device that plugs in a USB port on the computer or mobile device and contains multiple USB ports
Port Replicator
external device that provides connections to peripheral devices through ports built into the device
Docking Station
external device that attaches to a mobile computer or device and provides connections to peripheral devices
Undervoltage
occurs when electrical supply or voltage drops
Brownout
prolonged undervoltage
Blackout
complete power failure
Overvoltage (power surge)
occurs when the incoming electrical supply or voltage increases
Spike
momentary overvoltage
Surge Protector
uses electrical components to provide a stable current flow minimize the chances of an overvoltage reaching the computer and other electrical equipment
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
device that contains surge protection circuits and one or more batteries that can provide power during a temporary or permanent loss of power
Repetitive Strain Injury
injury or disorder of the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, and joints
Computer Vision Syndrome
affects eyesight
Ergonomics
applied science devoted to incorporating comfort, efficiency, and safety into the design of items in the workplace
Technology Addiction
occurs when technology use consumes someone’s entire social life
