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Computing

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the process of using a computer to complete a goal oriented task.

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Data

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information

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Hardware

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the physical components of the computer.

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Software

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the instructions (programs) the computer uses to run.

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Input Device

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Hardware used to put data in into the computer.

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Output Device

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Hardware used to display or give information back to the user.

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Storage Hardware

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Hardware used to store data.

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Processing Hardware:

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Components (hardware) used to process the data.

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Bit

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one “on or off” of computer data.

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Byte

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eight bits

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Megabyte

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approximately 1000 bytes.

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Gigabyte

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approximately 1,000,000 bytes.

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Terabyte

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approximately 1,000,000,000 bytes.

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Operating System

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the software that runs the computer device

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Utilities Software

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software used to optimize, analyze, configure or maintain the computer.

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Applications Software

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software that the performs tasks, directed by the user.

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Spamming

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Sending unsolicited, undesired e-mail. E-mail version of junk mail

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Flaming

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Hostile and insulting interaction between Internet users

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Cyber-Bullying

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The use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature

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Libel

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A written false statement that is damaging to a person’s reputation

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Slander

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A spoken false statement that is damaging to a person’s reputation

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Censoring/Filtering

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Suppressing speech, public communication or other information which may be considered objectionable, harmful, sensitive, or politically incorrect

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Intellectual Property

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Creations of the mind, such as:

  • Inventions
  • Literary & artistic works
  • Designs
  • Symbols
  • Images used in commerce
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Piracy

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Unauthorized use or reproduction of another’s work

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Copyright
Exclusive legal right to reproduce, publish, sell, or distribute the matter and form of something (as a literary, musical, or artistic work)
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Software Licensing
Legally binding agreement that specifies the terms of use for an application ****************************** Most computer licensing allows you to run the program on only one machine and to make copies of the software only for backup purposes
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Digital Footprint
A digital footprint is a trail of data you create while using the Internet. It includes the websites you visit, emails you send, and information you submit to online services. A "passive digital footprint" is a data trail you unintentionally leave online.
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Hacking
Computer hacking refers to the practice of modifying or altering computer software and hardware to accomplish a goal that is considered to be outside of the creator's original objective. Those individuals who engage in computer hacking activities are typically referred to as “hackers.
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Netiquette
the correct or acceptable way of communicating on the Internet.
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Email
messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to one or more recipients via a network
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Text
In general, text is a collection of words or letters that are understandable by the reader. On a computer text can be created, viewed, edited, and modified using a text editor or word processing program
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VOIP
short for Voice over Internet Protocol.
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Computer system
all functional components of a computer, including an input device, processing unit, memory and storage, and an output device
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Computer network
a group of computers such as those in businesses and schools that are linked together so users can share hardware, software, and data
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Central processing unit(CPU)
the control center of the computer
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Program
a series of detailed , step-by-step instructions that tell the computer what functions to complete
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Computer language
a system of letters, words, numbers, and symbols used to communicate with a computer.
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Operating system software
a computer program that translates command and allows application programs to interact with the computer's hardware
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Application software
computer programs that perform specific tasks such as word processing, database management , or accounting
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Computer-assisted instruction(CAI)
the use of computers to help people learn or improve skills at their own pace
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E-commerce
conducting business transactions using the Internet or other technology
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Robotics
mechanical devise programmed to do routine tasks such as those in many factories
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Artificial intelligence (AI)
software that enables computers to reason, learn , and make decisions using logical methods similar to the methods humans use
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Expert systems
computer programs that help people solve technical programs
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Computer- aided design (CAD)
the use of technology to create product styles and designs
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Telecommuting
allows employees who primarily use personal computers and other technology to work from home. They communicate with managers, coworkers, and customers using the Internet, telephone, and fax machines
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Piracy
stealing or illegally copying software packages or information
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Computer virus
a program code hidden in a system that can later do damage to software or stored data
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Management information system(MIS)
a coordinated system of processing and reporting information in an organization
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What is Data?
Data is Raw Input – information BEFORE it has been | processed.
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Aggregate Data
To aggregate means to combine. Combined, or aggregate data, is often used for PROFILING. For instance, the FBI collects data from Facebook pages, text messages, phone calls, locations, and then puts that data together proof a person.
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Advocacy Data
Advocacy data, is data used for making a case.
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(Discovery Data.)
data that informs a discovery
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Binary
relating to, composed of, or involving two things.
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Decimal
121
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Denary
Base 10
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Hexadecimal
Is used for images, sounds, etc..

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