technology Flashcards
Digital Footprint
the information about a particular person that exists on the internet as a result of their online activity.
Cookies
is a small piece of data stored on the user’s computer by the web browser while browsing a website.
GeoLocation
geolocation is software capable of deducing the geographic position of a device connected to the Internet.
MetaData
data that provides information about other data.
Data
Data are characteristics or information, usually numerical, that are collected through observation.
Spreadsheet
A spreadsheet is a computer application for organization, analysis and storage of data in tabular form.
Browser History
is the list of web pages a user has visited, as well as associated data such as page title and time of visit.
Digital Literacy
refers to an individual’s ability to find, evaluate, and compose clear information through writing and other media on various digital platforms.
Blog
a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.
Dossier
a group of papers that contain information about someone or something
Derogatory
showing a critical or disrespectful attitude
Social Networking
the use of dedicated websites and applications to interact with other users, or to find people with similar interests to oneself.
Viral
relating to or involving an image, video, piece of information, etc., that is circulated rapidly and widely from one internet user to another.
Profile
an outline of something, especially a person’s face, as seen from one side.
Privacy Settings
are controls available on many social networking and other websites that allow users to limit who can access your profile and what information visitors can see.
